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GENERIC CLONAZEPAM EPIZEP FROM ZAFA Code: 42 Description: Clonazepam is a sedative, also called a hypnotic. It affects chemicals in your brain that may become unbalanced and cause sleep problems. Clonazepam  is employed to treat insomnia. The immediate-release form of Clonazepam  is Ambien, which is employed to help you fall asleep. The extended-release form of Clonazepam  is Ambien CR, which has a first layer that dissolves quickly to help you fall asleep, and a second layer that dissolves slowly to help you stay asleep. Clonazepam  may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide. Price: US$ 8.00/Strip Quantity:

SIDE EFFECTS OF CLONAZEPAM

Major side effects:

• depressed mood, thoughts of hurting yourself;


• unusual thoughts, risk-taking behavior, decreased inhibitions, no fear of danger;


• anxiety, aggression, feeling restless or agitated;


• Hallucinations, confusion, changes in personality.

Minor side effects:

• daytime drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, feeling "drugged" or light-headed;


• lack of coordination;


• amnesia, forgetfulness;


• vivid or abnormal dreams;


• nausea, constipation;


• stuffy nose, sore throat;


• headache, muscle pain; or


• Blurred vision.

DOSAGE

Usual Clonazepam Adult Dose for Insomnia:

Immediate release: 10 mg orally once a day immediately before bedtime. The recommended duration of therapy is generally 7 to 10 days.

Controlled release: 12.5 mg orally once a day immediately before bedtime.

If Clonazepam  is used daily for more than a few weeks, abrupt discontinuation is not recommended. Such cessation may precipitate symptoms of withdrawal.

The safety of immediate release Clonazepam  has only been established for treatment regimens of up to five weeks. Administration of immediate release Clonazepam  for therapies longer than five weeks is therefore not recommended.

Usual Geriatric Dose for Insomnia:

Immediate release: 5 mg orally once a day immediately before bedtime. The recommended duration of therapy is generally 7 to 10 days. The prescribed amount of Clonazepam  can be titrated up to 10 mg nightly if necessary depending on the patient's response.


If Clonazepam  is used daily for more than a few weeks, abrupt discontinuation is not recommended. Such cessation may precipitate symptoms of withdrawal.

The safety of immediate release Clonazepam  has only been established for treatment regimens of up to five weeks. Administration of immediate release Clonazepam for therapies longer than five weeks is therefore not recommended.