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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:40 PM IST
Clobanig 10 mg Tablet is used to treat epilepsy (fits) and severe anxiety over a short period. Also, it is used in combination with other medicines to treat schizophrenia (a mental illness). It prevents fits by stabilizing the electrical activity of nerve cells in the brain. Also, it calms nerve cells and helps in reducing anxiety and induces sleep. Some people may experience side effects such as restlessness, irritability, drowsiness, constipation, aggressive behaviour, tiredness or breathing problems. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

CLOBAZAM-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Snig Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Clobanig 10 mg Tablet

Clobanig 10 mg Tablet is used to treat epilepsy (fits) and severe anxiety over a short period. Also, Clobanig 10 mg Tablet is used in combination with other medicines to treat schizophrenia (a mental illness). Epilepsy (fits) is a disorder in which there is a sudden, uncontrolled disturbance in the electrical activity of nerve cells in the brain. Anxiety is a mental health disorder associated with fear, worry and excessive nervousness. Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that affects the ability of a person to feel, think and behave clearly.

Clobanig 10 mg Tablet works by increasing the release of GABA (a chemical messenger that acts as a nerve-calming agent) in the brain by acting on GABA receptors. Thereby, Clobanig 10 mg Tablet prevents fits by stabilizing the electrical activity of nerve cells in the brain. Also, Clobanig 10 mg Tablet calms nerve cells and helps in reducing anxiety and induces sleep.

Take Clobanig 10 mg Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise how often you take Clobanig 10 mg Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience restlessness, irritability, drowsiness, constipation, aggressive behaviour, tiredness or breathing problems. Most of these side effects of Clobanig 10 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Clobanig 10 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Clobanig 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. Do not take Clobanig 10 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. Clobanig 10 mg Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions such as dizziness, muscle weakness and drowsiness. Avoid taking Clobanig 10 mg Tablet if you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), sleep apnoea (breathing stops and starts repeatedly), breathing or liver problems. Do not take Clobanig 10 mg Tablet with opioids as it may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, coma and even death.

Uses of Clobanig 10 mg Tablet

Treatment of Epilepsy, Anxiety disorder.

Medicinal Benefits

Clobanig 10 mg Tablet is an anxiolytic drug (reduces anxiety) that is used to treat epilepsy (fits), severe anxiety over a short period. Clobanig 10 mg Tablet prevents fits by stabilizing the electrical activity of nerve cells in the brain. Also, Clobanig 10 mg Tablet calms nerve cells and helps in reducing anxiety over a short period and induces sleep. Additionally, Clobanig 10 mg Tablet can also be used in combination with other medicines to treat schizophrenia (a mental illness).

Side Effects of Clobanig 10 mg Tablet

  • Restlessness
  • Irritability
  • Drowsiness
  • Constipation
  • Aggressive behaviour
  • Tiredness
  • Breathing problems

Directions for Use

Take Clobanig 10 mg Tablet with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. If you have any difficulty swallowing, crush the tablet and mix it with apple sauce.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Clobanig 10 mg Tablet if you are known to be allergic to Clobanig 10 mg Tablet . Clobanig 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. Do not take Clobanig 10 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. Clobanig 10 mg Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions such as dizziness, muscle weakness and drowsiness. If you have depression, spinal or cerebellar ataxia (problems in controlling movements), hallucinations, delusions (misbelief), liver or kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Clobanig 10 mg Tablet . Avoid taking Clobanig 10 mg Tablet if you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), sleep apnoea (breathing stops and starts repeatedly), breathing or liver problems. Do not take Clobanig 10 mg Tablet with opioids as it may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, coma and even death.

Therapeutic Class

ANXIOLYTICS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ClobazamSodium oxybate
Critical
ClobazamThioridazine
Critical

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow a regular sleep pattern.

  • Maintain a low-carbohydrate and high-fat diet which includes seafood, avocado, cheese, coconut oil, eggs, poultry and meat, olive oil, berries, butter, cream, dark chocolate, nuts and seeds as it helps to reduce fits.

  • Do regular exercise and maintain a healthy body weight.

  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.

Habit Forming

Yes

What if I have taken an overdose of Clobanig 10 mg Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Clobanig 10 mg Tablet as it may cause overdose. Clobazam overdose can be fatal if it is taken with opiod medicine, alcohol, or other drugs that cause slow breathing or drowsiness. The symptoms of overdose include confusion, extreme drowsiness or weakness, loss of consciousness or slow breathing. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

# 697, 16Th Main, A Block, Sahakar Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560092
Other Info - CLO1249

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