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Klonopin
clonazepam (claw NAH zeh pam)
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What is the most important information I should know about Klonopin
(clonazepam) ?
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Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Klonopin (clonazepam) will cause
drowsiness and may cause dizziness. If you experience
drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities. |
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Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and
dizziness while taking Klonopin (clonazepam) . Alcohol may also
increase the risk of having a seizure. |
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Klonopin (clonazepam) may be habit forming. Physical and/or
psychological dependence can occur, and withdrawal effects are
possible if the medication is stopped suddenly after prolonged or
high-dose treatment. Do not stop taking Klonopin (clonazepam)
suddenly without first talking to your doctor if you have
been taking it continuously for more than 5 to 7 days. Your doctor
may want to gradually reduce the dose. |
What is Klonopin (clonazepam) ?
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Klonopin (clonazepam) is in a class of drugs called
benzodiazepines. Klonopin (clonazepam) affects chemicals in your
brain that may become unbalanced and cause seizures or symptoms of
panic disorder. |
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Klonopin (clonazepam) is used to treat seizures and panic
disorder. |
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Klonopin (clonazepam) may also be used for purposes other than
those listed in this medication guide. |
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider
before taking Klonopin (clonazepam) ?
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Do not take Klonopin (clonazepam) if you have narrow-angle
glaucoma. Klonopin (clonazepam) may worsen this condition. |
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Before taking this medication, talk to your doctor if you |
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have asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or another respiratory
disease; or |
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are depressed or have suicidal thoughts. |
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You may not be able to take Klonopin (clonazepam) , or you may
require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment
if you have any of the conditions listed above. |
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Klonopin (clonazepam) is in the FDA pregnancy category D. This
means that it is known to be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not
take Klonopin (clonazepam) without first talking to your doctor if
you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. |
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Breast-feeding is not recommended during treatment with Klonopin
(clonazepam) . Do not take Klonopin (clonazepam) without first
talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. |
How should I take Klonopin (clonazepam) ?
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Take Klonopin (clonazepam) exactly as directed by your doctor.
If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist,
nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. |
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Take each regular oral tablet with a full glass of water.
Swallow the tablet whole. |
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The Klonopin (clonazepam) orally-disintegrating tablets (Klonopin
Wafers) can be taken without water. Using dry hands, peel back the
foil on blister. Do not push tablet through the foil as this may
damage the tablet. Immediately upon opening the blister, remove
the tablet and place it on the tongue. The tablet must be taken
immediately after opening the blister and not saved for later use.
The tablet will disintegrate rapidly in the mouth and can be
easily swallowed with or without liquid. |
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It is important to take Klonopin (clonazepam) regularly to get
the most benefit. |
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Your doctor may want you to have blood tests or other medical
evaluations during treatment with Klonopin (clonazepam) to monitor
progress and side effects. |
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Klonopin (clonazepam) may be habit forming. Physical and/or
psychological dependence can occur, and withdrawal effects are
possible if the medication is stopped suddenly after prolonged or
high-dose treatment. Do not stop taking Klonopin (clonazepam)
suddenly without first talking to your doctor if you have been
taking it continuously for more than 5 to 7 days. Your doctor may
want to gradually reduce the dose. |
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Store Klonopin (clonazepam) at room temperature away from
moisture and heat. |
What happens if I miss a dose?
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Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is
almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and take
only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a
double dose of this medication. |
What happens if I overdose?
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Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected. |
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Symptoms of a Klonopin (clonazepam) overdose may include
drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, a slow heart beat, difficulty
breathing, difficulty walking and talking, an appearance of being
drunk, and unconsciousness. |
What should I avoid while taking Klonopin (clonazepam) ?
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Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Klonopin (clonazepam) will cause
drowsiness and may cause dizziness. If you experience drowsiness
or dizziness, avoid these activities. |
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Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and
dizziness while taking Klonopin (clonazepam) . Alcohol may also
increase your risk of having a seizure. |
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Klonopin (clonazepam) may increase the effects of other drugs
that cause drowsiness or dizziness, including antidepressants,
alcohol, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), other seizure
medicines, pain relievers, anxiety medicines, muscle relaxants,
and antihistamines. Do not drink alcohol and do not take any
medicine without first talking to your doctor while taking
Klonopin (clonazepam) . |
What are the possible side effects of Klonopin (clonazepam) ?
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If you experience any of the following serious side effects,
stop taking Klonopin (clonazepam) and seek emergency medical
attention or contact your doctor immediately: |
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an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the
throat; swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; or hives); |
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yellowing of the skin or eyes; |
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hallucinations or severe confusion; or |
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Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur.
Continue to take Klonopin (clonazepam) and talk to your doctor if
you experience |
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drowsiness, or dizziness; |
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increased salivation (watering of the mouth); |
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Klonopin (clonazepam) may be habit forming. Physical and/or
psychological dependence can occur, and withdrawal effects are
possible if the medication is stopped suddenly after prolonged or
high-dose treatment. Do not stop taking Klonopin (clonazepam)
suddenly without first talking to your doctor if you have been
taking it continuously for more than 5 to 7 days. Your doctor may
want to gradually reduce the dose. |
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Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk
to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is
especially bothersome. |
What other drugs will affect Klonopin (clonazepam) ?
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Klonopin (clonazepam) may increase the effects of other drugs
that cause drowsiness or dizziness, including alcohol, sedatives (used
to treat insomnia), other seizure medicines, pain relievers,
antidepressants, anxiety medicines, muscle relaxants,
antihistamines, and others. Do not drink alcohol and do not take
any medicine without first talking to your doctor while taking
Klonopin (clonazepam) . |
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Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with
Klonopin (clonazepam) . Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before
taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including
vitamins, minerals, and herbal products. |
Where can I get more information?
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Your pharmacist has additional information about Klonopin (clonazepam)
written for health professionals that you may read. |
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Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of
children, never share your medicines with others, and use this
medication only for the indication prescribed. |
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information contained herein is not intended to cover all possible
uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions,
allergic reactions, or adverse effects. If you have questions
about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor, nurse or
pharmacist. |
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