Disopan 2 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 12.50 (5 x 10: ৳ 625.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 125.00
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
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Generic | Clonazepam |
Company | Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd |
Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of panic disorder with or without agoraphobia
- Treatment of Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
- Treatment of akinetic and myoclonic seizures
- Adjunct in the treatment of absence seizures
- Long-term use not studied in controlled clinical trials
Pharmacology
- Exhibits anticonvulsive, sedative, muscle relaxing, and anxiolytic effects
- Enhances GABAergic neurotransmission at inhibitory synapses
- Suppression of various types of paroxysmal activity in seizures
- Effect on serotonin
- Beneficial effects in generalized and focal epilepsies
Dosage & Administration
- Initial doses for adults with seizure disorders and panic disorder
- Dosing for pediatric patients
- Dosage for oral and injection administration
Interaction
- No alteration of pharmacokinetics of certain drugs observed
- Effect on the metabolism of other drugs not investigated
Contraindications
- History of hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines
- Clinical or biochemical evidence of significant liver disease
- Contraindicated in acute narrow angle glaucoma
Side Effects
- CNS depression
- Drowsiness, ataxia, behavior problems
- Abnormal eye movements, aphonia, coma, tremor
- Vertigo, confusion, increased libido, insomnia
- Psychosis, palpitations
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Potential teratogenic effects
- Evidences of anticonvulsant drugs acting as teratogens
- Administration considerations during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Possible increase in incidence of generalized tonic-clonic seizures
- Possible induction of absence status when used with valproic acid
- Considerations for pediatric, geriatric, renal impaired, and hepatic impaired patients
Use in Special Populations
- Increased production of saliva and bronchial secretion in infants and small children
- Greater pharmacologic effects in elderly patients
- No dose adjustment required in renal impairment
- Potential influence of hepatic impairment on pharmacokinetics
Overdose Effects
- Common symptoms of overdose
- Monitoring and supportive measures for cardiorespiratory and CNS effects
- Prevention of further absorption
- Consideration for flumazenil use
Therapeutic Class
- Adjunct anti-epileptic drugs
- Benzodiazepine hypnotics
Reconstitution
- Instructions for slow intravenous injection
- Preparation of intravenous infusion
- Considerations for intramuscular injection
Storage Conditions
- Dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₁₀ClN₃O₃
- Chemical Structure Image link
Common Questions about Disopan 2 mg Tablet
- Not used as a sleeping pill
- Administration duration specified by the doctor
- Withdrawal symptoms upon stopping
- Monitoring for early symptoms of suicidal thoughts and actions
- Potential effects on weight gain, memory, and combination with other drugs
- Quick Tips for usage