Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD
Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD is a prescription medicine used to treat epilepsy (seizures) and anxiety disorder. It helps to decrease the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells and calms the brain.
Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD may be taken with or without food. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. You should not stop this medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency and can cause nausea, anxiety, flu-like symptoms, and muscle pain.
Some common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, depression and impaired coordination. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or depression as this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD may be taken with or without food.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Clozatab
Abnormal behavior
Constipation
Blurred vision
Chubbyigue
Sleepiness
Influenza
Pain during periods
Memory impairment
Dizziness
Cognitive impairment
Abnormality of voluntary movements
Depression
Tenseness
Upper respiratory tract infection
Allergic reaction
Challengingy in speaking
Emotional lability
Decreased libido
Drowsiness
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. Employ of Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
FAQs:
Is Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD a sleeping pill?
Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD belongs to a class of medicines called benzodiazepines and is used to treat anxiety, stop seizures (fits) or relax tense muscles. This can also help relieve difficulty sleeping (insomnia), and is usually prescribed for a short period of time, if used to treat sleeping problems. You should take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor.
Does Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD cause sleepiness? If yes, then should I stop driving while taking Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD?
Affirmative, Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD causes drowsiness very commonly. It also causes forgetfulness and affects muscular function which may adversely affect your ability to drive. Sometimes, drowsiness persists even on the following day. So, in case Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD makes you sleepy and affects your alertness, you should avoid driving.
For how long should I take Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD?
The duration of treatment with Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD is mainly as short as possible. Your doctor will evaluate you after 4 weeks of treatment in order to assess the need for continuation of treatment, especially if you do not have any symptoms. Earlier taking you off this medicine, your doctor may gradually decrease your dose to prevent any withdrawal side effects. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.
Is it safe to take Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD and alcohol together?
No, it is not at all recommended to take alcohol with Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD since it can cause breathing problems, sleepiness and heart problems. Taking Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD with alcohol may make you sleepy and your breathing may become so shallow that you may not wake up. This may even lead to death.
Is Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD addictive?
People taking Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD in high doses or for a long term may become addicted to it. Also, people with a history of alcoholism and drug abuse are more likely to become addicted to Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD. Therefore, Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD should be taken for the shortest possible time and in the lowest effective dose.
Can I stop taking Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD if I start feeling better?
No, do not stop taking Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD suddenly as you may experience withdrawal effects like depression, nervousness, difficulty in sleeping, irritability, sweating, upset stomach or diarrhea. Stopping it suddenly may even bring back the symptoms and make them harder to treat. You may also experience mood changes, anxiety, restlessness and changes in sleep patterns. These effects may occur even after taking low doses for a short period of time.
Are there any foods we need to avoid while taking Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD?
Affirmative, you should avoid taking foods containing caffeine such as tea, coffee, chocolates etc., while taking Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD. This is because caffeine stimulates your brain and Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD calms the brain. So, taking too much caffeine can affect the calming ability of this medicine and worsen your condition. Also, you should avoid taking alcohol while on treatment with Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD. Alcohol can cause excessive sleepiness and make you more drowsy and inattentive. Communicate to your doctor if you have any other doubts regarding your diet while taking Clozatab 0.25 Tablet MD.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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