food interaction for Clobakem Tablet

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lactation interaction for Clobakem Tablet

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Clobakem 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Clobakem 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Clobakem 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Clobakem 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Short-term use is not expected to cause any adverse effects in the breastfed baby, especially if the baby is older than 2 months. During long-term use, monitor for possible sleepiness.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Clobakem 10mg Tablet

Clobazam(10mg)

Clobakem tablet uses

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How clobakem tablet works

Clobakem 10mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Common side effects of clobakem tablet

Constipation, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Sleepiness, Confusion, Depression, Dizziness, Double vision, Dryness in mouth, Fatigue, Headache, Nausea, Sedation, Speech disorder, Decreased appetite, Irritability, Aggression, Restlessness, Drug tolerance, Difficulty in paying attention, Tremors, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Abnormal behavior, Anxiety, Delusion, Nightmares, Loss of libido, Emotional lability, Memory loss, Rash, Weight gain, Fall, Drug dependence, Psychotic disorder, Suicidal ideation, Cognitive disorder, Impaired consciousness, Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), Abnormal gait, Respiratory depression, Photosensitivity, Urticaria, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Muscle spasm

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Expert advice FOR Clobakem Tablet

  • The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice sores or blisters on your skin, lips, or inside your mouth.
  • Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.

Frequently asked questions FOR Clobakem 10mg Tablet

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Q. Is Clobakem 10mg Tablet habit forming?
Yes, Clobakem 10mg Tablet can be habit forming if used for a long time. The risk of dependence increases with dose and duration of treatment; it is also greater in patients with a history of alcohol or drug abuse. Therefore, the duration of treatment is generally as short as possible.
Q. Can Clobakem 10mg Tablet make me sleepy?
Yes, Clobakem 10mg Tablet can make you sleepy. It usually begins within the first month of treatment and may diminish with continued treatment.
Q. How long does Clobakem 10mg Tablet take to work?
Clobakem 10mg Tablet is a fast-acting medicine, which means that it quickly gets absorbed from the bloodstream. Clobakem 10mg Tablet reaches its highest blood levels within half an hour to 4 hours after the dose is taken.
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Q. Is Clobakem 10mg Tablet the same as clonazepam?
No, Clobakem 10mg Tablet and clonazepam are not the same medicines but belong to the same class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.
Q. How long does Clobakem 10mg Tablet withdrawal last?
Withdrawal syndrome may develop at any time up to 3 weeks after stopping Clobakem 10mg Tablet. Withdrawal signs may last anywhere from 4 weeks to a year or more.
Q. Can I stop taking Clobakem 10mg Tablet?
No, do not stop taking Clobakem 10mg Tablet even if you are feeling well, unless your doctor tells you to. Suddenly stopping Clobakem 10mg Tablet may cause unwanted effects known as withdrawal symptoms. To prevent this, the dose of clobazam needs to be reduced gradually before completely stopping it. Therefore, it is important that you consult your doctor first.
Q. What if more than the recommended dose of Clobakem 10mg Tablet is taken?
Taking more than the recommended doses of Clobakem 10mg Tablet can affect in different ways, and the patient should seek immediate medical help. In mild cases, it may cause symptoms such as drowsiness, mental confusion, and tiredness. Whereas, in more serious cases, the symptoms may include the complete loss of control of bodily movements, decreased muscle tone, low blood pressure, respiratory depression, coma in rare cases, and death in very rare cases.
Q. Can using Clobakem 10mg Tablet cause a decrease in the blood pressure?
Generally, the use of Clobakem 10mg Tablet does not cause a decrease in the blood pressure, but taking more than the recommended doses of Clobakem 10mg Tablet may cause a fall in the blood pressure
Q. Can Clobakem 10mg Tablet make me tired?
Clobakem 10mg Tablet may cause tiredness along with muscle weakness. In case you experience tiredness or if tiredness persists for a long time, then you should consult your doctor.
Q. Does Clobakem 10mg Tablet cause depression?
No, Clobakem 10mg Tablet dose not cause depression, but it can cause recurrence of pre-existing depression.

Content on this page was last updated on 04 November, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)