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Lobaz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome.
The right dosage of Lobaz depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Lobaz also has some side effects, the most common being Uncoordinated Body Movements. While these are the most often observed Lobaz side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lobaz are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lobaz is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Lobaz related warnings talks about Lobaz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lobaz 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 Lobaz contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Lobaz have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Lobaz is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lobaz 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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Is the use of Lobaz safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lobaz. It is best to stop taking Lobaz immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lobaz safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Lobaz on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Lobaz on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Lobaz on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lobaz on the Liver?
Lobaz has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lobaz on the Heart?
Lobaz is completely safe for the heart.
Lobaz 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 Lobaz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lobaz habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Lobaz cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Lobaz can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but do not take too much of Lobaz. Consume it as per your doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Lobaz works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lobaz
Taking Lobaz with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lobaz
Taking alcohol with Lobaz can be dangerous.
Lobaz 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.
Ideally, Lobaz can be taken 1-2 times a day or advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food post evening because its absorption is not affected by food. However, you are recommended to take it as per your doctor's instructions. Precautions must be taken in patients with chronic pulmonary insufficiency, personality disorders, muscle weakness, impaired liver or kidney function.
Yes, Lobaz may cause weight gain but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug which is thought to be related to dose and duration of exposure to this drug.
Yes, you can take Lobaz with diazepam only on your doctor's advice because if both of these drugs are taken together then it can cause increased drowsiness, dizziness, and difficulty in concentrating.
Lobaz 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).
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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