Clepam 2 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 9.50 (3 x 10: ৳ 285.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 95.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Clonazepam |
| Company | Euro pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Clepam 2 mg Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- Pharmaceutical
Description
- Clepam is indicated for the treatment of panic disorder, with or without agoraphobia, and as an adjunct in the treatment of the Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome, akinetic and myoclonic seizures.
Indications
- Treatment of panic disorder with or without agoraphobia
- Adjunct in the treatment of the Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
- Treatment of seizures
- Long-term use not systematically studied
Pharmacology
- Anticonvulsive effects
- Sedative effects
- Muscle relaxing effects
- Anxiolytic effects
- Enhancement of GABAergic neurotransmission
Dosage & Administration
- Initial dose for adults with seizure disorders
- Initial dose for adults with panic disorder
- Dosage for pediatric patients
- Dosage for intravenous administration
Interaction
- Does not alter the pharmacokinetics of certain drugs
- Effect on the metabolism of other drugs not investigated
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines
- Clinical or biochemical evidence of significant liver disease
- Contradicted in acute narrow angle glaucoma
Side Effects
- CNS depression
- Drowsiness
- Ataxia
- Behavior problems
- Abnormal eye movements
- Aphonia
- Coma
- Tremor
- Vertigo
- Increased libido
- Insomnia
- Psychosis
- Palpitations
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Risk of congenital malformations
- Administration in pregnancy if compelling indication
- Potential transfer into maternal milk
Precautions & Warnings
- May increase the incidence of generalized tonic-clonic seizures
- Concomitant use with valproic acid
- Special attention in pediatric and geriatric use
Use in Special Populations
- Increased production of saliva and bronchial secretion in infants and small children
- Greater pharmacologic effects in elderly patients
- Renal impairment does not affect pharmacokinetics
- Influence of hepatic impairment on pharmacokinetics
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms of overdose
- Treatment of overdose effects
- Use of flumazenil as a benzodiazepine antagonist
Therapeutic Class
- Adjunct anti-epileptic drugs
- Benzodiazepine hypnotics
Reconstitution
- Instructions for slow intravenous injection
- Instructions for intravenous infusion
- Instructions for intramuscular injection
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C15H10ClN3O3
Common Questions about Clepam 2 mg Tablet
- Not used as a sleeping pill
- Duration of use as advised by the doctor
- Withdrawal symptoms after stopping
- Monitoring for early symptoms of suicidal thoughts and actions
- Potential weight gain
- Effects on memory
- Harmful effects of overdose
- Combination with other medications
- Quick Tips for usage and precautions