Clonazepam is a relaxant to the brain and the body. It's intended use is to keep you balanced and stabilized if you are having seizures or panic attacks. It is generally a mild medication that does a lot of good, when prescribed as needed. It can be habit forming however, so caution, as with many medications, must be taken.
Chemical imbalance in the brain is thought to cause the onset of various types of seizures or panic disorder symptoms. Classified as a benzodiazepine, Clonazepam, comes in tablet form and usually prescribed in doses taken three times daily. This medication is also used to treat other medical conditions such as, schizophrenia, twitching, Parkinson's Disease and sometimes even for pain management.
It is important to let your physician know if you are allergic to any drugs prior to taking Clonazepam. This is particularly important if you are takings medications such as Halcion, Restoril, Centrax, Serax, Ativan, Dalmane, ProSom, Valium, Tranxene, Librax, Librium or Xanax. Furthermore, this medicine does not mix well with vitamins, herbal remedies or over the counter medicines.
Some things should be carefully considered, particularly if you are pregnant or may become pregnant while taking this medication. Avoid breast-feeding while taking this drug. You should also avoid operating machinery or driving a vehicle until it is known whether Clonazepam will cause drowsiness in your particular body. For the same reason you should avoid alcohol consumption as well.
As with all medications, there are some possibility of side effects. Some common side effects that could occur include appetite changes, nausea, diarrhea, dry mouth, weakness, fatigue, dizziness, or drowsiness. If, while taking Clonazepam, you experience any change within your ability have sex or your sex drive, blurry vision, increase in urination, decrease in urination, constipation, excitement or restlessness you should immediately contact your physician.
Be particularly watchful for signs of irregular heartbeat, jaundice, extensive skin rash, difficulties in swallowing, difficulties in breathing, fever, jitteriness, tremors, shuffling walk, or seizures. If any of the preceding occur, stop taking Clonazepam and seek medical help immediately.
As always, it is important that you discuss all of your options and weigh the benefits versus the risks when considering taking Clonazepam to control your seizures or panic attacks. There could be more side effects than listed above. Ask your physician or pharmacists for complete details.
Disclaimer - The information presented here should not be interpreted as or substituted for medical advice. Please talk to a qualified professional for more information about Clonazepam.
