Clonazepam is a remedy used to treat psychological and neurological disorders, such as seizures or anxiety, for its anticonvulsant action, muscle relaxation and tranquilizer.
This drug is well known by the trade name Roche Lab Rivotril and is found in a prescription pharmacy in the form of pills, sublingual pills and drops; However, it can also be purchased generically or under other names such as Clonatril, Clopam, Navotrax or Clonasun.
- Although widely used.
- This medicine should only be taken on your doctor’s recommendation.
- As it has many side effects and.
- When overused.
- Can lead to frequent dependence and seizures.
- The price of clonazepam can vary between 2 and 10 reais.
- Depending on the trade name.
- Form of presentation and dose of the drug.
Clonazepam is indicated to treat seizures and childhood spasms in West syndrome, and is also indicated for:
1. Anxiety disorders
2. Mood disorders
3. Psychotic syndromes
4. Restless Legs Syndrome
5.Vertigo and balance disorders: nausea, vomiting, fainting, falls, tinnitus and hearing problems.
6.Burning mouth syndrome, which is characterized by a burning sensation inside the mouth.
The dose of Clonazepam should be guided by the doctor and adjusted for each patient, depending on the disease to be treated and age.
In general, the starting dose should not exceed 1.5 mg / day, divided into 3 equal doses, the dose can be increased from 0.5 mg every 3 days to a maximum dose of 20 mg, until the problem to be solved is controlled.
This medicine should not be taken with alcoholic beverages or medicines that may depress the central nervous system.
The most common side effects are drowsiness, headache, fatigue, flu, depression, dizziness, irritability, insomnia, difficulty coordinating movement or walking, loss of balance, nausea and difficulty concentrating.
In addition, clonazepam can be physically and psychologically addictive and cause seizures in a fast sequence when used excessively and incorrectly.
Several disorders have also been reported with the use of this medicine:
There may also be decreased white blood cells and anemia, changes in liver function tests, ear infections, dizziness, dehydration, general deterioration, fever, enlarged lymph nodes, weight gain or loss and viral infection.
Clonazepam is contraindicated in patients allergic to benzodiazepines or any other component of the formula, and in patients with severe lung or liver disease or acute closed-angle glaucoma.
The use of clonazepam in cases of pregnancy, lactation, kidney, lung or liver disease, porphyria, galactosis intolerance or lactase deficiency, cerebellar or spinal ataxia, regular use or acute alcohol or drug intoxication should only be done under medical supervision.