Kuit 1 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 8.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 240.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 80.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Clonazepam |
| Company | Kumudini pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of panic disorder with or without agoraphobia
- Treatment of Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
- Adjunct in the treatment of seizures
- Long-term effectiveness not systematically studied
Pharmacology
- Exhibits anticonvulsive, sedative, muscle relaxing and anxiolytic effects
- Enhances GABAergic neurotransmission
- Suppresses paroxysmal activity
- Mediates actions through serotonin modulation
Dosage & Administration
- Initial dose for adults with seizure disorders should not exceed 1.5 mg/day
- Initial dose for adults with panic disorder is 0.25 mg
- Pediatric dose based on body weight
- Different doses for oral and injection forms
Interaction
- No alteration of phenytoin, carbamazepine, or phenobarbital pharmacokinetics
- Effect on the metabolism of other drugs not investigated
Contraindications
- History of hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines
- Clinical or biochemical evidence of significant liver disease
- Contradicted in acute narrow angle glaucoma
Side Effects
- Frequently occurring CNS depression
- Symptoms like drowsiness, ataxia, behavior problems
- Various other potential side effects
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Preclinical studies raise concerns about producing congenital malformations
- Epidemiological evidence suggests potential teratogenic effects
- Advised for pregnant women only if benefits outweigh risks
- Passes into maternal milk in small amounts
Precautions & Warnings
- May increase generalized tonic-clonic seizures
- Concomitant use with valproic acid may produce absence status
Use in Special Populations
- Caution needed in pediatric, geriatric, renal, and hepatic use
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms such as drowsiness, ataxia, dysarthria, and nystagmus
- Treatment involves vital sign monitoring and supportive measures
Therapeutic Class
- Adjunct anti-epileptic drugs
- Benzodiazepine hypnotics
Reconstitution
- Specific instructions for slow intravenous injection, intravenous infusion, and 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
- Chemical structure available
Common Questions about Kuit 1 mg Tablet
- Not a sleeping pill
- Advised for as long as the doctor has recommended
- Withdrawal symptoms on stopping
- Potential side effects and drug interactions
- Quick tips for safe usage