Clozep 2 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Clonazepam |
| Company | Astra biopharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Product Title
- Clozep 2 mg Tablet
Categories
- Anti-epileptic drugs
- Benzodiazepine hypnotics
Description
- Treatment of panic disorder
- Treatment of Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
- Adjunct in the treatment of seizures
Color Options
Dimensions
Functions
- Anticonvulsive
- Sedative
- Muscle relaxing
- Anxiolytic
Materials
Technical Specifications
- Molecular Formula: C15H10ClN3O3
- Chemical Structure
Design Elements
Usability Features
- Oral administration
- Injection administration
- Slow intravenous injection
- Intravenous infusion
- Intramuscular injection
Dosage & Administration
- Adults initial dose not to exceed 1.5 mg/day
- Dosage for panic disorder: 0.25 mg initial dose
- Pediatric Patients initial dose: 0.01-0.03 mg/kg/day
Dosage Increment
- Dosage may be increased in increments of 0.5 to 1 mg every 3 days
Maximum Daily Dose
- Maximum recommended daily dose is 20 mg
Interactions
- No alteration of pharmacokinetics of phenytoin, carbamazepine, or phenobarbital
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines
- Significant liver disease
- Acute narrow angle glaucoma
Side Effects
- CNS depression
- Drowsiness
- Ataxia
- Behavior problems
- Abnormal eye movements
- Hallucinations
- Increased libido
- Insomnia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Potential to produce congenital malformations
- Breastfeeding not recommended
Precautions & Warnings
- May increase the incidence of generalized tonic-clonic seizures
Pediatric Use
- Increased production of saliva and bronchial secretion in infants and small children
Geriatric Use
- Greater pharmacologic effects in elderly patients
Renal Impairment
- No dose adjustment required
Hepatic Impairment
- Plasma protein binding significantly different in cirrhotic patients
Overdose Effects
- Drowsiness
- Ataxia
- Dysarthria
- Cardiorespiratory depression
Therapeutic Class
- Adjunct anti-epileptic drugs
- Benzodiazepine hypnotics
Reconstitution
- Dilution with water for injection prior to administration
- Prepared immediately before use
- IV injection to be administered slowly
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
Commonly Asked Questions
- Possible withdrawal symptoms
- Early symptoms of suicidal thoughts and actions
- Effect on memory
- Possible weight gain
- Combination with zolpidem
- Combination with quetiapine
Quick Tips
- High addiction/habit-forming potential
- May cause dizziness
- Avoid alcohol consumption
- Inform doctor if pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding
- Do not stop suddenly without doctor's advice