Clonazepam is a medication prescribed to treat seizures and panic attacks by relaxing the brain and body. It works by addressing chemical imbalances in the brain thought to cause seizures and panic symptoms. While generally mild, it can be habit-forming if not taken as prescribed. Common side effects include dizziness and drowsiness, but more serious reactions like irregular heartbeat or difficulty breathing should be reported immediately. Patients should discuss risks and benefits with their doctor before taking clonazepam.

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REAL-MEDICINE MARCH , 2011 7:27 AM
Facts You Should Know Before
Taking Clonazepam
By Heather Colman
Below is some information on
Clonazepam, though not a
complete summary on this
medication. This information is
provided to assist you with
facts before you start taking
this medication.
Clonazepam is a relaxant to the brain and the body. It's intended use is to keep you
balanced and stabilized if you are having seizures or panic attacks. It is generally a
mild medication that does a lot of good, when prescribed as needed. It can be habit
forming however, so caution, as with many medications, must be taken.
Chemical imbalance in the brain is thought to cause the onset of various types of
seizures or panic disorder symptoms. Classified as a benzodiazepine, Clonazepam,
comes in tablet form and usually prescribed in doses taken three times daily. This
medication is also used to treat other medical conditions such as, schizophrenia,
twitching, Parkinson's Disease and sometimes even for pain management.
It is important to let your physician know if you are allergic to any drugs prior to taking
Clonazepam. This is particularly important if you are takings medications such as
Halcion, Restoril, Centrax, Serax, Ativan, Dalmane, ProSom, Valium, Tranxene, Librax,
Librium or Xanax. Furthermore, this medicine does not mix well with vitamins, herbal
remedies or over the counter medicines.
Some things should be carefully considered, particularly if you are pregnant or may
become pregnant while taking this medication. Avoid breast-feeding while taking this
drug. You should also avoid operating machinery or driving a vehicle until it is known
whether Clonazepam will cause drowsiness in your particular body. For the same
reason you should avoid alcohol consumption as well.
As with all medications, there are some possibility of side effects. Some common side
effects that could occur include appetite changes, nausea, diarrhea, dry mouth,
weakness, fatigue, dizziness, or drowsiness. If, while taking Clonazepam, you
experience any change within your ability have sex or your sex drive, blurry vision,
increase in urination, decrease in urination, constipation, excitement or restlessness
you should immediately contact your physician.
Be particularly watchful for signs of irregular heartbeat, jaundice, extensive skin rash,
difficulties in swallowing, difficulties in breathing, fever, jitteriness, tremors, shuffling
walk, or seizures. If any of the preceding occur, stop taking Clonazepam and seek
medical help immediately.
As always, it is important that you discuss all of your options and weigh the benefits

2. versus the risks when considering taking Clonazepam to control your seizures or
panic attacks. There could be more side effects than listed above. Ask your physician
or pharmacists for complete details.
Disclaimer - The information presented here should not be interpreted as or
substituted for medical advice. Please talk to a qualified professional for more
information about Clonazepam.
[Copyright © 2007, Heather Colman. Find more of Heather's articles at
eBook Palace. Her articles are available for syndication. Reprinting
individual articles is permissible provided no changes are made.]
clonazepam doses
REAL-MEDICINE MARCH , 2011 7:27 AM
Below is some information on Clonazepam, though not a
complete summary on this medication. This information is
provided to assist you with facts before you start taking this
medication.
Clonazepam Doses
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