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Clonapax 0.5Mg Tablet

10 Tablet(s) in Strip
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Product Summary

Salt Content
Clonazepam(0.5 Mg)
Uses
Seizure Disorders, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (type of epilepsy that causes convulsions), Panic Disorder
Therapy
Anti-anxiety, anti-epileptic
Side effects
Drowsiness, Dizziness, Unsteadiness, Problems With Coordination
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Regulated

Medical Description

Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet is an anti-anxiety tablet. It is also effective in treating epilepsy, panic attacks and sleep disorders. Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet contains Clonazepam as its active ingredient. Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet decreases the excess activity of nerve cells in the brain. The tablet may be prescribed in combination with other medications or alone. Avoid chewing this medicine. Swallow it as a whole with a cup of lukewarm water. Take this medicine as per your doctor’s prescription only. The common side effects of Clonapax 0.5 mg Tablet are drowsiness, dizziness and lethargy. These generally go away with time. Do not abruptly discontinue using this medicine since it may cause harmful effects. Inform your healthcare provider of all the medicines you take since they may interact with Clonapax 0.5 mg Tablet.

Uses

  • Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet is used in the treatment of :
  • Epilepsy (fits)
  • Seizure Disorders
  • Panic Disorder (Occurrence of unexpected panic attacks)
  • Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (type of epilepsy that causes convulsions)
  • Restless Leg Syndrome

Contraindications

  • Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet may be contraindicated in the following patients:
  • In patients with acute narrow-angle glaucoma (a condition of the eye)
  • In patients with a history of kidney disease
  • In patients with a history of lung disease

Side effects

  • Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet may have the below-mentioned side effects:
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Unsteadiness
  • Problems with coordination
  • Difficulty in thinking or remembering

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

Using a Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet during pregnancy is not recommended by physicians. Avoid taking the medication if you are pregnant. Studies in other animals have observed the potential for nursing transfer of the medicine. There is also the possibility of permanent damage in the infant in such a scenario.

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Breast Feeding

The principal component of Clonapax 0.5 mg tablets may be excreted in the breast milk of lactating mothers. There might be consequential adverse reactions in infants from the medication. Your doctor will decide whether you should discontinue nursing or continue the medicine, given the importance of the Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet to the feeding mother.

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Driving

It is advisable to avoid driving or undertake any activity that requires attention immediately after consuming a Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet. It might make you feel dizzy, feel unsteady, or you may have trouble keeping your balance.

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Alcohol

Do not consume Clonapax with alcohol as it may increase the sedative effects of the medicine.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You notice behavioural changes or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
  • Inform your physician about the complete medical history, including any heart, kidney or liver problems, before consuming Clonapax 0.5 mg Tablet.
  • Inform your physician about all the medications that you are consuming.

Directions for Use

  • Consume Clonapax 0.5 mg tablets orally.
  • It is usually consumed one to three times a day with or without food.
  • Take a Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet at around the same time every day.
  • Follow the directions on your prescriptions.
  • Ask your doctor or pharmacist to solve any queries regarding medicine and its consumption.

Storage and disposal

Keep the medication in its original container. Keep the medicine container closed tightly. Keep it out of reach of the children. Store the medicine at room temperature and store it away from excessive heat and moisture. Unused medications should be disposed of in specific ways to ensure that children, pets and other people cannot consume them.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Clonapax 0.5 mg tablets include seizures, troubled breathing or irregular heartbeat, confusion, drowsiness, and coma (loss of consciousness for a period of time). Call the emergency medical helpline, or speak to your healthcare provider immediately in case of an overdose.

Missed a Dose

It is advisable to take Clonapax 0.5 mg tablets according to the schedule. If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible. But, if it is time for the next dose, skip the dose and continue the regular dosing schedule. Do not consume extra doses to make up for missed doses.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet has a precise mechanism that prevents or counteracts seizures. It enhances the activity of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). GABA is the major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system. The medication decreases the frequency, intensity, and duration of minor motor seizures, thereby controlling seizures in epileptic patients.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Be on alert if you are taking Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet with any of these medicines:
  • Carbamazepine
  • Anticoagulants
  • Cetirizine
  • Codeine
  • Opiate agonists
  • Atenolol
  • Antipsychotics
  • Clonapax may cause an interaction if consumed with any of the medicines mentioned above. The interaction between these two medicines can cause an adverse effect on the body. Additionally, in some cases, these medicines interact with each other decreasing the effectiveness of either.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet is essentially a prescription medicine. No one else should consume your medication. Ask your doctor or pharmacist questions that you might have about refilling the prescription. You need to keep a written list of all prescription medications. Take the prescription with you every time you visit a doctor or when you get admitted to the hospital.

Clonapax 0.5 mg tablets may cause dizziness. It may affect your ability to make decisions, think and react. You should not drive, operate any heavy machinery, or undertake any other dangerous activities until you know how Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet will affect you. You should not consume alcohol while using Clonapax 0.5 mg tablets.

Take a Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet as prescribed. Your healthcare provider may need to change the dose of Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet until it is the apt dose for you. Consume a Clonapax 0.5 mg tablet with food or without it.

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Brand:CLONAPAX

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Fulfillment Information: Clonapax 0.5 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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