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Combination treatment of SSRI and BZD for depression associated with anxiety

Dar SA, Bhat BA, Jan MM. Addition of benzodiazepines to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors to optimize treatment of depression: a hospital based study. Int J Res Med Sci. 2018;6(6):2081-5.

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Impact of anxiety on Quality of Life

Chattopadhyay K, Singh AP. Anxiety and its impact on quality of life among urban elderly population in India: An exploratory study. Indian J Res Homoeopathy. 2016;10:133-41.

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Pharmacotherapy for Anxiety Disorders: From First-Line Options to Treatment Resistance

Melaragno AJ. Pharmacotherapy for anxiety disorders: from first-line options to treatment resistance. Focus. 2021;19(2):145-60.

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Clinical Practice Guidelines for Geriatric Anxiety Disorders

Subramanyam AA, Kedare J, Singh OP, et al. Clinical practice guidelines for Geriatric Anxiety Disorders. Indian J Psychiatry. 2018;60(Suppl 3):S371-S382.

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Guidelines on management of generalised anxiety disorder!

These clinical practice guidelines intend to provide the practicing psychiatrists a ready reckoner to identify anxiety disorders, assess them, treat and manage side effects of medications among elder individuals.

Subramanyam AA, Kedare J, Singh OP, Pinto C. Clinical practice guidelines for Geriatric Anxiety Disorders. Indian J Psychiatry. 2018 Feb;60(Suppl 3):S371-S382. doi: 10.4103/0019-5545.224476. PMID: 29535471; PMCID: PMC5840911

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The Role of SSRI and BZD Combination Therapy in Anxiety Disorders: An Interesting Case Report

  • A 34-year-old female patient presented with symptoms of anxiety.
  • The patient had a 10-month history of anxiety symptoms.
  • She experienced persistent feelings of restlessness, trouble concentrating, sleep disturbance, fatigue, nausea, diarrhoea, muscle cramps and a sensation of having lumps in the throat.
  • She was experiencing persistent concerns that her husband could become ill or might have an accident during his commute to work.
  • Her symptoms led to frequent absenteeism, which caused significant issues in her professional life.
  • She had history of neither substance use nor alcohol intake.
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The Role of SSRI and BZD Combination Therapy in Anxiety Disorder with Comorbid Depression: An Interesting Case Report

  • A 38-year-old male patient presented with symptoms of anxiety and comorbid depression
  • The patient had a 5-month history of anxiety and depressive symptoms.
  • He experienced persistent feelings of restlessness, irritability, difficulty concentrating, agitation, sleep disturbance.
  • He was depressed following his divorce 6 months ago.
  • He felt hopeless and excessively guilty.
  • He had no history of either substance use or alcohol intake.
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Rational Use of a Fixed-dose Combination of Clonazepam and Escitalopram in Reducing Anxiety Symptoms: A Case Report

  • A 39-year-old bank manager was referred to a psychiatrist following frequent complaints of acute anxiety, irritability, and sleeplessness.
  • Restlessness and irritability triggered by work-related pressure or deadlines
  • Difficulty concentrating on work
  • Worsening symptoms along with a sedentary lifestyle
  • Difficulty in daily functioning and disturbed sleep
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Combination Therapy with Clonazepam and Escitalopram in the management of Social Anxiety Disorder: An Interesting Case Report

  • A 26-year-old woman presented with symptoms of intense fear and discomfort in social situations
  • She experienced sudden bouts of sweating, trembling, and increased heart rate during triggering episodes followed by severe blushing
  • Suffered from sudden bouts of sweating, trembling, and increased heart rate during triggering episodes, followed by severe blushing since last 6 months
  • Was fearful while interacting with authoritative figures and of being judged by others
  • Avoided networking events and presentations at work
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Management of anxiety in emergency (a clinical perspective)

Anxiety disorders, characterised primarily by intense and exaggerated anxiety without real threats, are frequently encountered in the general population.

Panic disorder (PD) is described as acute intense anxiety episodes occurring with or without agoraphobia. Panic attacks are often seen in emergency departments (ED).

Anxiety-related issues frequently coincide with alcohol and substance abuse, thereby complicating diagnosis. Knowledge about anxiety disorders and panic attacks is vital for clinicians in ED, as patients may feel debilitated during an anxiety attack and embarrassed afterward.

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Age-based prevalence and factors associated with anxiety disorder: An Indian Perspective

Anxiety disorders (ADs) have a significant impact on individuals' quality of life and productivity, contributing to substantial economic losses at the national level. Unfortunately, comprehensive epidemiological studies on the burden of ADs in India have been limited.

The National Mental Health Survey (NMHS) 2016 aimed to address this gap by assessing the prevalence, disability, sociodemographic associates, and treatment gap of ADs among adults in India.

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CLONAFIT-PLUS

Clonafit Plus Tablet is used to treat anxiety disorder. It is the combination medicine that calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It also works by increasing the level of a chemical messenger in the brain which improves mood.

It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, feeling irritable and sleep problems that often come with Generalised Anxiety Disorder. Clonafit Plus Tablet will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.