Generic Name: CLONAZEPAM (kloe-NA-ze-pam)
Drug Manufacturer: ROCHE
Common Uses: This medicine is a
benzodiazepine used to treat seizures and panic disorder. It may also be used
to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How to use this Medicine: Follow the
directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. TAKE THIS MEDICINE
EVERY DAY at evenly spaced intervals. THIS MEDICINE MAY BE TAKEN WITH FOOD if
it upsets your stomach. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat
and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If
it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your
regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Cautions: IF
TAKING THIS MEDICINE TO PREVENT SEIZURES, continue taking this medicine on a
regular schedule. Do not stop taking this medicine without first checking
with your doctor. DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or take this medicine
for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor. Exceeding the
recommended dose or taking this medicine for longer than prescribed may be
habit-forming. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT
COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you react to this medicine. Using this
medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your
ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. BEFORE YOU
BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter,
check with your doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING
PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this
medicine during pregnancy. If you are or may be pregnant, check with your
doctor for instructions on using this medicine during pregnancy.
Possible Side Effects: SIDE EFFECTS,
that may go away during treatment, include excessive daytime drowsiness,
unusual weakness, dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, clumsiness, or
unsteadiness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse,
or pharmacist..