• May cause drowsiness and dizziness. Alcohol and marijuana may intensify this effect. Use care when operating a vehicle, vessel (e.g., boat), or machinery. ; Call your doctor immediately if you have mental/mood changes like confusion, new/worsening feelings of sadness/fear, thoughts of suicide, or unusual behavior. ; If you are pregnant or considering becoming pregnant you should discuss the use of this medication with your doctor or pharmacist. ; Consult your doctor or pharmacist before breastfeeding. ; It is very important that you take or use this exactly as directed. Do not skip doses or discontinue unless directed by your doctor. ; CAUTION: Ask your doctor before using this drug with opioids (such as codeine, morphine, oxycodone). Serious breathing problems or severe drowsiness may occur. ; For tablet, disintegrating products : Open packaging with dry hands. Dissolve medicine on the tongue or in the mouth. ;

Common side effects

• Muscle weakness
• Drowsy
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Ataxia
• Slurred speech
• Sedation
• Dyspepsia
• Erectile dysfunction
• Acute abdominal pain
• Acute cognitive impairment
• Behavioral disorders
• Bronchitis
• Cough
• Diarrhea
• CNS depression
• Pharyngitis

If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Tiredness
• Loss of coordination
• Increased saliva production

A small number of people who take anticonvulsants for any condition may experience depression, suicidal thoughts/attempts, or other mental/mood problems. Tell your doctor right away if you or your family/caregiver notice any unusual/sudden changes in your mood, thoughts, or behavior, including

• Confusion
• Memory problems
• Signs of depression
• Suicidal thoughts/attempts
• Thoughts about harming yourself

Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur

• Easy bruising/bleeding
• Signs of infection

Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including

• Slow/shallow breathing

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including

• Rash
• Itching/swelling
• Severe dizziness
• Trouble breathing

• Before use, important to read the Medication Guide
• Discuss risk vs benefits of use during pregnancy.
• May make you drowsy or dizzy. Drive with caution
• Avoid alcohol/other drugs that make you sleepy
• MD may need to reduce the dose before you stop it.
• Immediately report to MD any thoughts of suicide.
• Check with doctor if you are breast feeding
• For tablet products : Call doctor if medicine doesn't seem to work.
• For tablet, disintegrating products : Peel open with dry hands & place tablet on tongue.

Clonazepam is used to prevent and control seizures.

May Treat: Panic disorder · Atonic seizure · Myoclonic epilepsy · Lennox-Gastaut epilepsy · Absence epilepsy

Brand Names: Klonopin · Ceberclon

Drug Class: Antianxiety Agent - Benzodiazepines · Anticonvulsant - Benzodiazepines · Benzodiazepines

Availability: Prescription Required

Pregnancy: Consult your doctor. This medication may be harmful to an unborn child.

Lactation: Consult a doctor before using

Alcohol: Avoid intake while taking this medication

Driving: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Use caution

Addiction: Risk of abuse and addiction. Use only as directed