Epitra 2 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 11.00 (6 x 10: ৳ 660.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 110.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Clonazepam |
| Company | Square pharmaceuticals plc |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treats panic disorder
- Treats Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
- Treats akinetic and myoclonic seizures
- May be used for absence seizures
- Effectiveness not studied for long-term use
Pharmacology
- Exhibits anticonvulsive effects
- Has sedative properties
- Shows muscle relaxing effects
- Acts as an anxiolytic
- Enhances GABAergic neurotransmission
Dosage & Administration
- Initial dose for adults with seizure disorders
- Initial dose for adults with panic disorder
- Pediatric dosage recommendation
- Dosage for infants and children
- Dosage for adults
Interaction
- No alteration in the pharmacokinetics of certain drugs
- Effects on the metabolism of other drugs not investigated
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines
- Avoid in patients with significant liver disease
- Use cautiously in patients with glaucoma
Side Effects
- CNS depression
- Common side effects include drowsiness and ataxia
- Behavioral problems may occur
- Various rare side effects like hallucinations and increased libido
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Potential teratogenic effects
- Caution in administering during pregnancy
- Advice against breastfeeding while using
Precautions & Warnings
- May increase occurrence of seizures
- Possible induction of absence status with concomitant use of certain drugs
Use in Special Populations
- Increased saliva production in infants and small children
- Enhanced pharmacologic effects in the elderly
- No dose adjustment required in renal impairment
- Altered plasma protein binding in cirrhotic patients
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms include drowsiness and ataxia
- Monitoring of vital signs required
- Supportive measures for cardiorespiratory and CNS effects
- Potential use of flumazenil in severe cases
Therapeutic Class
- Adjunct anti-epileptic drugs
- Benzodiazepine hypnotics
Reconstitution
- Instructions for slow intravenous injection
- Guidelines for intravenous infusion
- Considerations for intramuscular injection
Storage Conditions
- Recommended storage away from light and heat
- Precaution to keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C15H10ClN3O3
- Visualization of the chemical structure
Common Questions
- Information regarding uses as a sleeping pill
- Guidelines for longer-term use
- Withdrawal symptoms upon discontinuation
- Monitoring for suicidal thoughts and actions
- Possible effects on weight and memory
- Interactions with other medications