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Frisium 5 MG Description

Frisium 5 mg tablets are used to treat severe anxiety. It contains clobazam as a chief ingredient. This medication is categorised under a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. These drugs are highly

habit-forming, and thus they should strictly be used under the guidance of a well trained medical professional. They work by decreasing the excessive and abnormal activity of nerve cells. They are also used to control seizures. However, once started, their use should be regular, and the course of the medicine should be completed without any gap. When the patient is cured, the use of this medication should not be discontinued abruptly. It should strictly be under the guidance of a certified physician.

Product Summary

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Contains	Clobazam(5.0 Mg)
Uses	Anxiety and epilepsy/seizures.
Side effects	Cough, nausea, vomiting, constipation, aggressive behaviour, weakness, slurred speech, drooling.
Therapy	ANTI-EPILEPTIC

Check more medicines with composition as Clobazam(5.0 Mg)

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Frisium 5 MG

It is mainly used for two main conditions:
Anxiety - It is a condition in which a person may experience fear and a loss of concentration.
Seizures - It can be used as an adjunctive therapy to prevent it.

Contraindications of Frisium 5 MG

If you have Myasthenia Gravis, an autoimmune disorder of muscle weakness.
If you are an alcoholic.
If you take drugs.
If you are hypersensitive and are sensitive to benzodiazepines.
If you are a hypertensive person on medication for high blood pressure, please consult a doctor before using Frisium 5mg.
If you have a liver and kidney condition, you should consult a doctor before taking this medication.

Side effects of Frisium 5 MG

Constipation
Cough
Drooling
Fever
Tiredness
Slurred speech
Hallucinations
Itchiness of throat

Precautions and Warnings of Frisium 5 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Frisium 5 mg during pregnancy?

No, it is strongly recommended to avoid taking this medication by a pregnant female. Consult your doctor for more information.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Frisium 5 mg while breastfeeding?

No, frisium 5 mg should be avoided while breastfeeding a child. The medicine may cause harm to the child through the mother’s milk. Consult your doctor for more information.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Frisium 5 mg?

No, it is not recommended to take this drug before driving. Taking this medication may cause a lack of focus or lack of concentration. Thus, any physical exercise involving strenuous activity or driving a vehicle is best avoided after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Frisium 5 mg?

No, consuming alcohol is not advised. Taking alcohol with Frisium 5 mg may cause drowsiness and reduced focus, along with a lack of concentration in an individual. They may feel sleepy and dizzy. Alcohol might also reduce the effectiveness of this medication. Hence it should be avoided completely.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

The side effects of the medicine worsen.
In case of an accidental overdose.
You are already taking medicines for other conditions such as high blood pressure.
You want to stop this medication.
You are a patient with the pathology of liver and kidney
You develop ulcers or blisters near your lips or inside your mouth.
You plan to start a family (getting pregnant) or breastfeeding a child.
You are either a drug addict or an alcoholic.

Mode of Action of Frisium 5 MG

How Does It Work?

The primary mode of action of Frisium depends upon its ability to increase a neurotransmitter (a chemical in the brain) called GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid). GABA decreases the excess and abnormal ac...

Directions for Use of Frisium 5 MG

It can be taken with or without food as directed by the physician.
It should always be taken with a plain glass of water.
It should be taken at a fixed time as suggested by the physician.
It should always be swallowed whole.
Chewing or breaking it before eating should be avoided.
Always check the expiry date before taking medicine.
Intake with alcohol should be avoided.

Interactions of Frisium 5 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Opioids
Ethinyl estradiol
Antihypertensives (used for high blood pressure patients)
Alcohol

Interactions with food items

Rate of absorption can be decreased if taken with food. However, its use with alcohol should be strictly avoided. Consult your physician for more information.

Storage and disposal of Frisium 5 MG

Frisium 5 mg tablets should be stored at room temperature away from direct sunlight. It should be stored in a place away from moisture as this may degrade the quality of medicine, which may reduce its...

Dosage of Frisium 5 MG

Overdose

In case of an accidental overdose, consult your doctor as soon as possible. An overdose may lower your blood pressure and worsen the side effects, so guidance by a trained medical professional is nece...

Missed a Dose

If a dose gets skipped, have the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose then skip the missed dose, and continue with the normal cycle. Avoid taking 2 doses at a ...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Ishaan Bhardwaj

MBBS

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Vijay Y

MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is Frisium 5 mg a habit-forming drug?

A: Yes, indeed, the user develops an addiction to Frisium 5 mg. Consultation by a physician for correct dosage from time to time is mandatory. Even when a person gets cured of the condition, abrupt discontinuation of this drug should be avoided, as a person may suffer from severe withdrawal symptoms. In such a case, a doctor’s opinion is essential.

Q: Is the use of Frisium 5 mg good for people suffering from depression?

A: Frisium 5 mg should be used with proper consultation for patients suffering from depression. The dosage in these people may vary accordingly, and periodic adjustment is required in the amount of medication to be administered. However, consult your physician immediately in case of any severe side effects.

Q: Does the use of Frisium 5 mg cause any change in blood pressure?

A: Usually, if a person takes the recommended dose of the medication at the prescribed time, it will not affect the blood pressure much. However, the blood pressure might fall below the normal range in overdose. In such a case, consult a physician immediately.

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FRISIUM

Expires on or After

30/03/2026

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