Clozam 10 Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Abbott |
| Active Ingredient | Clobazam (10mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Benzodiazepines Derivative |
| Habit Forming | Yes |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Benzodiazepines |
| User Rating | 4.3 |
| User Reviews | 377 |
FAQ
How long does Clozam 10 take to work?
Clozam 10 is a fast-acting medicine, which means that it quickly gets absorbed from the bloodstream. Clozam 10 reaches its highest blood levels within half an hour to 4 hours after the dose is taken.
Can using Clozam 10 cause a decrease in the blood pressure?
Generally, the use of Clozam 10 does not cause a decrease in the blood pressure, but taking more than the recommended doses of Clozam 10 may cause a fall in the blood pressure
Can I stop taking Clozam 10?
No, do not stop taking Clozam 10 even if you are feeling well, unless your doctor tells you to. Suddenly stopping Clozam 10 may cause unwanted effects known as withdrawal symptoms. To prevent this, the dose of clobazam needs to be reduced gradually before completely stopping it. Therefore, it is important that you consult your doctor first.
Can Clozam 10 make me sleepy?
Yes, Clozam 10 can make you sleepy. It usually begins within the first month of treatment and may diminish with continued treatment.
How long does Clozam 10 withdrawal last?
Withdrawal syndrome may develop at any time up to 3 weeks after stopping Clozam 10. Withdrawal signs may last anywhere from 4 weeks to a year or more.
Is Clozam 10 habit forming?
Yes, Clozam 10 can be habit forming if used for a long time. The risk of dependence increases with dose and duration of treatment; it is also greater in patients with a history of alcohol or drug abuse. Therefore, the duration of treatment is generally as short as possible.
Does Clozam 10 cause depression?
No, Clozam 10 dose not cause depression, but it can cause recurrence of pre-existing depression.
Can Clozam 10 make me tired?
Clozam 10 may cause tiredness along with muscle weakness. In case you experience tiredness or if tiredness persists for a long time, then you should consult your doctor.
Is Clozam 10 the same as clonazepam?
No, Clozam 10 and clonazepam are not the same medicines but belong to the same class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.
What if more than the recommended dose of Clozam 10 is taken?
Taking more than the recommended doses of Clozam 10 can affect in different ways, and the patient should seek immediate medical help. In mild cases, it may cause symptoms such as drowsiness, mental confusion, and tiredness. Whereas, in more serious cases, the symptoms may include the complete loss of control of bodily movements, decreased muscle tone, low blood pressure, respiratory depression, coma in rare cases, and death in very rare cases.
Clozam 10 Tablet Reviews
Clozam 10 belongs to a class of medicines known as benzodiazepines. It is used to treat epilepsy (seizures) and severe anxiety. It works by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Clozam 10 may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming.
If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase seizure frequency.
Some common side effects of this medicine include tiredness, slurred speech, fever, cough, drooling, constipation, and difficulty in passing urine. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to consult the doctor if you notice blisters on the skin or inside your mouth. If you have been taking this medicine for a long time then regular monitoring of blood and liver functions may be required.
Clozam 10 may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming.
If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase seizure frequency.
Some common side effects of this medicine include tiredness, slurred speech, fever, cough, drooling, constipation, and difficulty in passing urine. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to consult the doctor if you notice blisters on the skin or inside your mouth. If you have been taking this medicine for a long time then regular monitoring of blood and liver functions may be required.
How Clozam 10 Tablet Works
Clozam 10 is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
How to Use Clozam 10 Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Clozam 10 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Clozam 10 Tablet
- In Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures: Clozam 10 slows down electrical signals in the brain that cause seizures (fits). It can also help reduce symptoms of seizures, such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. This medicine can allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving). It can take a few weeks for this medicine to work (because the dose has to be increased slowly) and during this time you may still have seizures. Therefore, do not stop using this medicine even if you feel well, until your doctor advises you to. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.
- In Treatment of Severe anxiety: Clozam 10 reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, and irritability. Therefore, it helps one to go about their daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping it suddenly can cause serious problems; so, do not stop taking it without discussing with the doctor.
Uses of Clozam 10 Tablet
- Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures
- Treatment of Severe anxiety
Clozam 10 Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Clozam 10 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Clozam 10 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Clozam 10 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Limited information is available on use of Clozam 10 in patients with severe liver disease.
Kidney
CAUTION
Clozam 10 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Clozam 10 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Limited information is available on the use of Clozam 10 in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Clozam 10 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Driving
UNSAFE
Clozam 10 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.You may feel sleepy or have concentration or memory problems after taking Clozam 10 and this may affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Clozam 10 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.Short-term use is not expected to cause any adverse effects in the breastfed baby, especially if the baby is older than 2 months. During long-term use, monitor for possible sleepiness.
Quick Tips
- Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.
- The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you notice sores or blisters on your skin, lips, or inside your mouth.
- Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
References
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