Irregular heartbeat after starting Klonopin - Anxiety Message Board

spurs279 · 09-30-2007, 10:06 AM

Hi,
About 3 days ago my Dr. took me off Xanax (she doesn't like it) and put me on Klonopin. I use it because I get anxious when I try to sleep. Anyways, I've noticed a few times since I started the drug that my heartbeat is irregular. Prior to taking the drug I got the "missed heartbeat" but now my pulse is completely off. Is this something that I should worry about? Since it seems the Klonopin caused it should I not worry?

I'd really appreciate help. If you've felt similar symptoms on Klonopin let me know. I don't know if I should get it checked out in the ER because I don't know how bad this is.

Thanks.

j2006 · 09-30-2007, 10:59 AM

How much are you taking? When was the last Xanax you took before you took the klonopin?

I have never run into this before.

spurs279 · 09-30-2007, 12:42 PM

just .25mg before bed. I started the Klonopin the night after I stopped Xanax, which was also .25mg. Thanks for any help.

j2006 · 09-30-2007, 01:46 PM

Then i would call your doctor and let them know what is going on.

spurs279 · 09-30-2007, 02:44 PM

I have a 24 hr heart monitor and was able to record the irregularities. When I called to send them in I talked to the woman and she said that she doesn't think I should be worried because it can anything from anxiety to strange breathing patterns. It's hard not to worry about though, I'll probably call the doctor tomorrow.

Anyone else know what's going on?