Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet

Last Updated: December 11th, 2025

Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet is a product of Jamrex Biotech Pvt Ltd

Composition: Clonazepam (0.25mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet

Description:

Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet 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.

Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet 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.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet 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 Lonajam

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. Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet 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

Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Employ of Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Liver

UNSAFE

Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.

FAQs:

Is Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet a sleeping pill?

Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet 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 Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet cause sleepiness? If yes, then should I stop driving while taking Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet?

Affirmative, Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet 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 Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet makes you sleepy and affects your alertness, you should avoid driving.

For how long should I take Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet?

The duration of treatment with Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet 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 Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet and alcohol together?

No, it is not at all recommended to take alcohol with Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet since it can cause breathing problems, sleepiness and heart problems. Taking Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet 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 Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet addictive?

People taking Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet 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 Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet. Therefore, Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet should be taken for the shortest possible time and in the lowest effective dose.

Can I stop taking Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet if I start feeling better?

No, do not stop taking Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet 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 Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet?

Affirmative, you should avoid taking foods containing caffeine such as tea, coffee, chocolates etc., while taking Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet. This is because caffeine stimulates your brain and Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet 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 Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet. 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 Lonajam MD 0.25 Tablet.

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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