Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD

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Composition FOR Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD

Clobazam(10mg)

food interaction for Sizamat Tablet MD

alcohol interaction for Sizamat Tablet MD

pregnancy interaction for Sizamat Tablet MD

lactation interaction for Sizamat Tablet MD

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Sizamat 10mg 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
Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Sizamat 10mg 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
Sizamat 10mg 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 Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD

Clobazam(10mg)

Sizamat tablet md uses

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

How sizamat tablet md works

Sizamat 10mg 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 sizamat tablet md

Constipation, Confusion, Dizziness, Double vision, Dryness in mouth, Fatigue, Headache, Nausea, Decreased appetite, Rash, Drug dependence, Psychotic disorder, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Sleepiness, Depression, Sedation, Speech disorder, 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, Weight gain, Fall, 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 Sizamat 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 Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD

Clobazam

Q. Is Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD habit forming?
Yes, Sizamat 10mg 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 Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD make me sleepy?
Yes, Sizamat 10mg 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 Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD take to work?
Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD is a fast-acting medicine, which means that it quickly gets absorbed from the bloodstream. Sizamat 10mg 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 Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD the same as clonazepam?
No, Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD and clonazepam are not the same medicines but belong to the same class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.
Q. How long does Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD withdrawal last?
Withdrawal syndrome may develop at any time up to 3 weeks after stopping Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD. Withdrawal signs may last anywhere from 4 weeks to a year or more.
Q. Can I stop taking Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD?
No, do not stop taking Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD even if you are feeling well, unless your doctor tells you to. Suddenly stopping Sizamat 10mg 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. Is Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD habit forming?
Yes, Sizamat 10mg 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 Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD make me sleepy?
Yes, Sizamat 10mg 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 Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD take to work?
Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD is a fast-acting medicine, which means that it quickly gets absorbed from the bloodstream. Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD reaches its highest blood levels within half an hour to 4 hours after the dose is taken.
Q. Is Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD the same as clonazepam?
No, Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD and clonazepam are not the same medicines but belong to the same class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.
Q. How long does Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD withdrawal last?
Withdrawal syndrome may develop at any time up to 3 weeks after stopping Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD. Withdrawal signs may last anywhere from 4 weeks to a year or more.
Q. Can I stop taking Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD?
No, do not stop taking Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD even if you are feeling well, unless your doctor tells you to. Suddenly stopping Sizamat 10mg 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 Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD is taken?
Taking more than the recommended doses of Sizamat 10mg 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 Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD tablets be crushed? Should I take Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD before or after meals?
Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD tablets can be taken whole, broken in half along the score, or crushed and mixed in applesauce. Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD can be taken with or without food.
Q. Can using Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD cause a decrease in the blood pressure?
Generally, the use of Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD does not cause a decrease in the blood pressure, but taking more than the recommended doses of Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD may cause a fall in the blood pressure
Q. Can Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD make me tired?
Sizamat 10mg 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 Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD cause depression?
No, Sizamat 10mg Tablet MD dose not cause depression, but it can cause recurrence of pre-existing depression.

Content on this page was last updated on 13 June, 2025, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)