Lonapam 0.25mg Tablet
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Lonapam 0.25 MG Description
Lonapam 0.25 mg tablet is a commonly used prescription medication to treat certain mood disorders like anxiety disorders, depression, etc. Lowering the frequency of epilepsy (seizures) is also one of
the uses of Lonapam tablets. All mood disorders affect the way a person feels and acts. There is no specific reason behind them, and sometimes common emotional reactions like worry, anger, etc., can trigger them. The active ingredient of the Lonapam tablet is Clonazepam. The mode of action of Lonapam tablets works by lowering the abnormal activity of excited nerve cells in the brain. It works by balancing certain chemical messengers and inducing feelings of calmness and well-being. These tablets can cause behavioural changes and increase mood changes, suicidal thoughts and tendencies. The use may also lead to physical dependency (return of symptoms when the medicine is stopped) if used long-term, so monitoring dosage is essential. Sleepiness, fatigue, dizziness, etc., are some of the common side effects of Lonapam tablets. Suddenly stopping Lonapam medicine can result in withdrawal symptoms like tremors, sweating, nausea, muscle pain, etc.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹17.60 |
| You Save | ₹2.40 (12% on MRP) |
| Contains | Clonazepam(0.25 Mg) |
| Uses | Anxiety disorder, Types of seizure disorder, Comorbid depression, Panic disorder |
| Side effects | Blurred vision, Increased sleep, Muscle pain, Difficulty speaking, Increased salivation and other secretions, Suicidal thoughts |
| Therapy | ANTI-EPILEPTIC |
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Uses of Lonapam 0.25 MG
- As per CDSCO, Lonapam tablets are used in
- The treatment of symptoms associated with major depressive disorder and comorbid depression (depression associated with other conditions).
- The management of anxiety disorder and panic disorders (both are types of mood disorders).
- Managing certain types of Epileptic disorders, like myoclonic and akinetic seizures.
Contraindications of Lonapam 0.25 MG
- If you have any allergic reaction to any ingredient of Lonapam medicine.
- If you are noticing sudden mood changes and self-harming or suicidal thoughts.
- If you have narrow-angle glaucoma, an eye condition that will increase the fluid pressure inside the eye. This medicine can worsen the condition.
- If you have a previous history of medicine or alcohol abuse.
- If you have severe liver disease.
- If you are already pregnant or planning to get pregnant.
- If you suffer from any respiratory diseases or lung conditions such as asthma or chronic pulmonary lung disease (COPD). Lonapam medicine causes excess secretions, resulting in breathing problems.
- If you are diagnosed with Porphyria, a blood disorder.
Side effects of Lonapam 0.25 MG
- Depression
- Memory problems
- Blurred vision
- Difficulty speaking
- Increased salivation
- Suicidal thoughts
Precautions and Warnings of Lonapam 0.25 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take the Lonapam 0.25 mg Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
No, Lonapam tablets can be unsafe if you are using the medicine while pregnant. Studies have confirmed that there is a high risk to foetuses. The newborn child can be presented with different disorders like difficulty breathing, low muscle tone, poor circulation, etc. when Lonapam medicine is used. Do not take these tablets without consulting your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take the Lonapam 0.25 mg Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
It is better to consult your doctor before taking the Lonapam tablet while nursing. It can be safe during breastfeeding, but only a limited amount of information is available on the effects of these tablets on a breastfeeding baby. Studies suggest that a small amount of this medicine may pass into the milk. So do not use this without consulting your doctor first.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken the Lonapam Tablet?
A:
No, do not drive if you have taken the Lonapam tablet. It can cause unwanted effects while driving, like lightheadedness, sleepiness, and blurred vision that can affect your ability to drive.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with the Lonapam tablet?
A:
No, it is better not to have alcohol with a Lonapam tablet. It can lower the effects of this medicine and exaggerate the side effects of Lonapam tablets, such as vomiting, dizziness, etc.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have suicidal thoughts and experience a change in behaviour or mood after having a Lonapam tablet.
- You are an elderly person over the age of 65. Lonapam Tablet can cause exaggerated side effects due to slow metabolism.
- You experience side effects that are persistent or worsen in time.
- You need to do something that requires steady focus. This medicine can cause difficulty concentrating.
- You are experiencing withdrawal symptoms such as sweating, stuffy nose, vomiting, nausea, etc. In that case, the medication dose needs to be slowly tapered.
- You have kidney or liver conditions.
- You have planned for a surgery or a dental procedure.
- You are overweight. The dose needs to be monitored.
- You are taking any herbal or ayurvedic supplements like St John’s wort, a herbal medicine that helps manage depression. Together, they can cause serious effects.
Mode of Action of Lonapam 0.25 MG
How Does It Work?
The Lonapam tablet has a single active ingredient: clonazepam. It is a benzodiazepine (depressant) medication. It is also a tranquilliser. It functions by increasing the activity of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a neurotransmitter (chemical messenger) in the brain. GABA lowers the abnormal or excessive activity of nerve cells in the brain. It also induces antiepileptic (reduces seizures) and sedation effects. However, it does not affect the levels of GABA in the brain....
Directions for Use of Lonapam 0.25 MG
- Take the lonapam tablet as advised by your doctor in the prescribed dosage.
- Do not take more tablets, even if you cannot notice its effects.
- Do not try to break or chew it and swallow it whole with a glass of water.
- Inform your doctor if you want to take other medications with the Lonapam tablet.
- If the package is opened, do not take it.
Interactions of Lonapam 0.25 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Inform your doctor if you take sedatives or antidepressant medicines when using this medicine. The reactions between them can cause unwanted effects. So, a gap of at least 14 days should be maintained if you want to use any of them....
- Lonapam tablets have a lot of medicinal interactions so notify your doctor about your entire medical history.
- While using the Lonapam tablet, notify your doctor if you are in pain or have a fever. But don't self-medicate on opiates or narcotic pain-relievers (codeine, oxycodone, fentanyl, tramadol, etc.), allergy medicine, cold or cough medicine with this tablet. It can cause extreme drowsiness....
- The dose needs some adjustments with antibiotics, antifungals, HIV medicine, etc. They can alter the effectiveness of Lonapam tablets.
Interactions with food items
- It is better not to have drinks such as coffee, tea and cola or eat a lot of chocolate. Because all these contain caffeine. Caffeine, being a stimulant, may reduce the calming effects of the Lonapam tablet....
- You can take Lonapam with or without food. If you experience an upset stomach, then take it with food.
Storage and disposal of Lonapam 0.25 MG
Try to store the Lonapam tablet in dry conditions.
Keep this medicine away from direct sunlight, wet surfaces and humid conditions.
Dispose of this tablet’s packaging carefully after using the medicine.
Do not use the tablets if the package has been opened.
Check the expiration date before taking the tablet, and do not use it if the medicine is past the expiration date.
Keep the Lonapam medicine away from children and pets....
Dosage of Lonapam 0.25 MG
Overdose
Overdose on the Lonapam medication can cause symptoms such as dizziness, tremors, drowsiness, convulsions, and loss of consciousness for some time. If you overdose on Lonapam tablets and experience any of these symptoms, immediately seek emergency medical treatment from a nearby hospital....
Missed a Dose
If you have missed a single dose of the Lonapam tablet, take it as soon as possible. If you remember missing a dose of this medicine when it's already time for the next dose of Lonapam, then skip the missed dose and take the next one. Do not take both of them together, as it can cause an overdose. Consult your doctor if you have missed more than a few doses simultaneously....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Varsha Parihar
MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I use this tablet as a sleeping pill?
A: The Lonapam tablet is sometimes given as a sleeping pill by doctors. It is a tranquilliser and has sedation properties. However, it is only given for a short period, even for insomnia. But it is a prescribed medication, and you should not self-medicate on it. Try to take it precisely in the way advised by the doctor
Q: Will I have any addiction issues if I use the Lonapam tablet every day?
A: This tablet has addiction potential, especially if taken for a long time. If you have a history of addiction problems such as alcohol or recreational drug abuse, do not take this. Lonapam medicine is supposed to be used for a short while. Do not take it without consulting your doctor.
Q: When will I start noticing the effects of the Lonapam tablet?
A: It will take at least a few days to start noticing the effects of Lonapam tablets. It varies from person to person. Sleepiness, dizziness and some other side effects will be more prominent in the initial days, but they will mostly resolve once you adjust to the dose. So do not stop taking this tablet if you don't notice any effects right away.
References
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LONAPAM
Expires on or After
07/12/2024
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