Epizam 5mg Tablet MD

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Composition FOR Epizam 5mg Tablet MD

Clobazam(5mg)

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lactation interaction for Epizam Tablet MD

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Epizam 5mg Tablet MD may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Epizam 5mg Tablet MD may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Epizam 5mg Tablet MD 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
Epizam 5mg Tablet MD 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 Epizam 5mg Tablet MD

Clobazam(5mg)

Epizam tablet md uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of epilepsy/seizures and severe anxiety.

How epizam tablet md works

Epizam 5mg Tablet MD 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 epizam tablet md

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

SUBSTITUTES FOR Epizam Tablet MD

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Expert advice FOR Epizam Tablet MD

  • 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 Epizam 5mg Tablet MD

Clobazam

Q. Is Epizam 5mg Tablet MD habit forming?
Yes, Epizam 5mg Tablet MD 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 Epizam 5mg Tablet MD make me sleepy?
Yes, Epizam 5mg Tablet MD can make you sleepy. It usually begins within the first month of treatment and may diminish with continued treatment.
Q. How long does Epizam 5mg Tablet MD take to work?
Epizam 5mg Tablet MD is a fast-acting medicine, which means that it quickly gets absorbed from the bloodstream. Epizam 5mg Tablet MD reaches its highest blood levels within half an hour to 4 hours after the dose is taken.
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Q. Is Epizam 5mg Tablet MD the same as clonazepam?
No, Epizam 5mg Tablet MD and clonazepam are not the same medicines but belong to the same class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.
Q. How long does Epizam 5mg Tablet MD withdrawal last?
Withdrawal syndrome may develop at any time up to 3 weeks after stopping Epizam 5mg Tablet MD. Withdrawal signs may last anywhere from 4 weeks to a year or more.
Q. Can I stop taking Epizam 5mg Tablet MD?
No, do not stop taking Epizam 5mg Tablet MD even if you are feeling well, unless your doctor tells you to. Suddenly stopping Epizam 5mg Tablet MD 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 Epizam 5mg Tablet MD is taken?
Taking more than the recommended doses of Epizam 5mg Tablet MD 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 Epizam 5mg Tablet MD cause a decrease in the blood pressure?
Generally, the use of Epizam 5mg Tablet MD does not cause a decrease in the blood pressure, but taking more than the recommended doses of Epizam 5mg Tablet MD may cause a fall in the blood pressure
Q. Can Epizam 5mg Tablet MD make me tired?
Epizam 5mg Tablet MD 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 Epizam 5mg Tablet MD cause depression?
No, Epizam 5mg Tablet MD dose not cause depression, but it can cause recurrence of pre-existing depression.

Content on this page was last updated on 19 February, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)