Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Panic Attack and Disorder
Insomnia

Other Benefits

Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Doses may increase up to 1 mg, TID. Dose range: 2 - 8 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: At bedtime
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Maintenance dosage of 0.1 to 0.2 mg/kg/day
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Maintenance dosage of 0.1 to 0.2 mg/kg/day

Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet is used -

Severe

Memory problems
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)

Moderate

Uncoordinated Body Movements
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Weight gain

Mild

Drowsiness
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Fatigue
Irritability
Headache
Dry Mouth
Vertigo
Cough

Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Clonzy may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Clonzy again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Clonzy. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Clonzy rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Clonzy may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Clonzy is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Codeine

Paroxetine

Azithromycin

Moderate

Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Dementia
Parkinson's Disease
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Glaucoma
Alcoholism
Drug Addiction
Respiratory Depression
Liver Disease
Obesity

Frequently asked Questions about Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet

Is this Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, this Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet works for mental disorders.

Yes

Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet

When consumed with certain foods, Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet

Taking alcohol with Clonzy 0.5 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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