My sister is suffering from psychotic disorder for last few months. She took Asenapt 10 mg and Lonazep 2 mg for two months, after this she starts to take Lonazep 1 mg for 20 days and Lonazep 0.5 mg for 15 days. But at the time of taking Lonazep 2 mg ., she was perfectly alright. But at the time of taking Lonazep 0.5 mg, she did not want to go outside of her home. Again she starts to take Lonazep 1 mg from today. My question is - How long she can take Lonazep continuously?  Is there any possibility of adverse effect for long time use?
Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thanks for your query. I understand that you are concerned about your sisters psychiatric problems. You have mentioned that she was diagnosed to have a psychotic disorder and was prescribed Sent and Lorazepam. Now, Sent is an anti-psychotic medication and Located (Clonazepam) is a sedative medication which is used for sleep problems and for temporarily calming down the patient. Your doctor has done absolutely the right thing by asking her to gradually reduce and stop Located. This is because, if taken for long periods of time, it can cause dependence on the medication. So, I would suggest that you don't make any medication alterations or decisions on your own. If she is having any problems Noe, please review with your doctor for further treatment advise. Wish you all the best.