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Clobaz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome.
The correct dosage of Clobaz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Clobaz include Uncoordinated Body Movements. Some other side effects of Clobaz have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Clobaz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Clobaz has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Clobaz related warnings talks about Clobaz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Clobaz is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Abuse as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clobaz contraindications section.
Additionally, Clobaz may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Clobaz is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Clobaz is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clobaz is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Clobaz safe for pregnant women?
Clobaz can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Clobaz right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Clobaz safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Clobaz on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Clobaz on the Kidneys?
Clobaz is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Clobaz on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Clobaz on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Clobaz on the Heart?
Using Clobaz does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Clobaz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clobaz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clobaz habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Clobaz. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Clobaz. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but Clobaz should be consumed in a limited amount.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Clobaz has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clobaz
Taking Clobaz with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clobaz
Taking alcohol with Clobaz can be dangerous.
Clobaz works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. Thus, providing which helps in controlling the symptoms of anxiety, schizophrenia, and seizure.
Yes, Clobaz is an addictive or habit-forming drug. Hence, you are advised not to take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Clobaz is a brand name of clobazam. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepines (Hypnotics & Sedatives). It is used mainly in the treatment of seizures, associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS). It is also used in anxiety, and schizophrenia (in combination with other treatments).
Take Clobaz as advised by your doctor. Do not take it longer than prescribed. Initially, this drug is prescribed for a month and recommends his/her patient to follow- up/ re-visit to check for results. Taking this medicine longer than prescribed can lead to addiction because this is a habit-forming drug which can lead to drug dependency in patients.
Yes, Clobaz stop the seizure. It stops the seizure by slowing down the abnormal activity of the brain. Clobaz can decrease the frequency of seizure episodes in people but it does not completely control them.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Onfi® (clobazam)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 418
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Onfi® (clobazam)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 418
