Clonazepam

Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine. It is thought that benzodiazepines work by enhancing the activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain.

Introduction

Generic name: Clonazepam

Brand names: KlonoPIN, KlonoPIN Wafer

Dosage forms: oral tablet (0.5 mg; 1 mg; 2 mg); oral tablet, disintegrating (0.125 mg; 0.25 mg; 0.5 mg; 1 mg; 2 mg)

Drug classes: Benzodiazepine anticonvulsants, Benzodiazepines

Uses

Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures

Benefits

In Treatment of Anxiety disorder

  • Clonafit 0.25mg Tablet stops your brain from releasing the chemicals that make you feel anxious so it can reduce the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry.

  • It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, feeling irritable and sleep problems that often come with Anxiety Disorder.

  • It 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.

In Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures

  • Clonafit 0.25mg Tablet slows down electrical signals in the brain which cause seizures (fits).

  • It can also help reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety.

  • The medicine can allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving).

  • It can take a few weeks for this medicine to work (because the dose has to be increased slowly) and during this time you may still have seizures.

  • Do not stop using this medicine even if you feel well, until your doctor advises you to. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.

Directions for use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Clonafit 0.25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it works?

Clonafit 0.25mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Side effects

Call your doctor at once if you have:

  • New or worsening seizures

  • Severe drowsiness

  • Weak or shallow breathing

  • Unusual changes in mood or behavior

  • Confusion, paranoia, nightmares, hallucinations

  • Thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself

  • Unusual or involuntary eye movements.

Drowsiness or dizziness may last longer in older adults. Use caution to avoid falling or accidental injury.

Common clonazepam side effects may include:

  • Drowsiness, dizziness

  • Feeling tired or depressed

  • Memory problems

  • Problems with walking or coordination.

Warnings

  • Clonazepam can slow or stop your breathing, especially if you have recently used an opioid medication, alcohol, or other drugs that can slow your breathing.

  • MISUSE OF CLONAZEPAM CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. Never share clonazepam with another person. Selling or giving away this medicine is against the law.

  • Some people have thoughts about suicide while taking clonazepam. Tell your doctor right away if you have any sudden changes in mood or behavior, or thoughts about suicide.

  • Get medical help right away if you stop using clonazepam and have symptoms such as: unusual muscle movements, being more active or talkative, sudden and severe changes in mood or behavior, confusion, hallucinations, seizures, or thoughts about suicide.

  • Do not stop using clonazepam without asking your doctor. You may have life-threatening withdrawal symptoms if you stop using the medicine suddenly after long-term use. Some withdrawal symptoms may last up to 12 months or longer.

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