PRODUCT DETAILS

About Agatril 0.5mg Tablet

Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen). It is thought that benzodiazepines work by enhancing the activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain.

Clonazepam is used to treat certain seizure disorders (including absence seizures or Lennox-Gastaut syndrome) in adults and children.

Clonazepam is also used to treat panic disorder (including agoraphobia) in adults.

Uses of Agatril 0.5mg Tablet

Clonazepam is used in the treatment of anxiety disorder and Epilepsy/Seizures.

Medicinal Benefits of Agatril 0.5mg Tablet

Clonazepam 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.

Directions for Use

• 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 experience worsening anxiety, depression anger, or violent behavior and mania while taking this medicine.

• Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.

Side Effects of Agatril 0.5mg Tablet

Depression, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Fatigue, Impaired coordination, and Memory impairment.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Clonazepam can slow or stop your breathing, especially if you have recently used an opioid medication, alcohol, or other drugs that can slow your breathing.

MISUSE OF CLONAZEPAM CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. Never share clonazepam with another person. Selling or giving away this medicine is against the law.

Some people have thoughts about suicide while taking clonazepam. Tell your doctor right away if you have any sudden changes in mood or behavior, or thoughts about suicide.

Get medical help right away if you stop using clonazepam and have symptoms such as unusual muscle movements, being more active or talkative, sudden and severe changes in mood or behavior, confusion, hallucinations, seizures, or thoughts about suicide.

Do not stop using clonazepam without asking your doctor. You may have life-threatening withdrawal symptoms if you stop using the medicine suddenly after long-term use. Some withdrawal symptoms may last up to 12 months or longer.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

The use of drinks that contain alcohol can increase a person’s risk of sedative effects from clonazepam. A person may have slowed reflexes, poor judgment, and sleepiness. This can be dangerous. If a person drinks alcohol, they should talk to their doctor.

PREGNANCY

Clonazepam is a category D pregnancy drug. That means two things:

1. Studies show a risk of adverse effects to the fetus when the mother takes the drug.
2. This drug should only be used during pregnancy in serious cases where it’s needed to treat a dangerous condition in the mother.

A person should talk to their doctor if they are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. This drug should be used only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. A person should call their doctor right away if they become pregnant while taking this drug.

BREAST FEEDING

Clonazepam passes into breast milk and causes side effects in a child who is breastfed. A person should talk to their doctor if they breastfeed their child. They may need to decide whether to stop breastfeeding or stop taking this medication.

DRIVING

Please consult a doctor before driving with Clonazepam.

LIVER

If a person has liver problems, their body may not be able to clear this drug well. This can cause the drug to build up in the body. This puts them at a higher risk for side effects.

KIDNEY

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before taking Clonazepam.