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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Nov 23, 2024 | 4:48 PM IST
Clonapax P-20 Tablet is used to treat anxiety. Besides this, it is also used to treat high blood pressure, panic disorder, seizure disorder, fast heartbeat, and migraine. It contains two medicines, namely Clonazepam and Propranolol. It may cause common side effects, such as dry mouth, slow heart rate, depression, fatigue (overtiredness), nightmares, sleep disturbances, memory impairment, and confusion.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Adonis Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Clonapax P-20 Tablet

Clonapax P-20 Tablet is used to treat anxiety. Besides this, Clonapax P-20 Tablet is also used to treat high blood pressure, panic disorder, seizure disorder, fast heartbeat, and migraine. Anxiety is a mental health disorder characterised by feelings of anxiety, worry or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one’s daily activities. Symptoms of anxiety include rapid breathing, increased heart rate, restlessness, trouble concentrating, and difficulty falling asleep.

Clonapax P-20 Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Clonazepam (benzodiazepine) and Propranolol (beta-blocker). Clonazepam works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger called GABA; this helps suppress the excessive and abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Propranolol blocks certain chemical messengers' action on the heart and blood vessels; this helps reduce heart rate and blood pressure.

You are advised to take Clonapax P-20 Tablet as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as dry mouth, slow heart rate, depression, fatigue, nightmares, sleep disturbances, memory impairment, and confusion. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Please do not stop taking Clonapax P-20 Tablet on your own as it might cause withdrawal symptoms. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Clonapax P-20 Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness; do not drive or handle machinery unless you are alert. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Clonapax P-20 Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness. Clonapax P-20 Tablet is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness were not established. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines you are taking, including prescription, non-prescription medicines and herbal supplements.

Uses of Clonapax P-20 Tablet

Treatment of Anxiety

Medicinal Benefits

Clonapax P-20 Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Clonazepam and Propranolol. Clonapax P-20 Tablet is used to treat anxiety. Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine that increases the action of a chemical messenger called GABA; this helps suppress the excessive and abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Propranolol is a beta-blocker that works by blocking certain chemical messengers' action on the heart and blood vessels; this helps reduce heart rate and blood pressure. 

Directions for Use

Take Clonapax P-20 Tablet on an empty stomach. Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Clonapax P-20 Tablet

  • Dry mouth
  • Slow heart rate
  • Depression
  • Fatigue
  • Nightmares
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Memory impairment
  • Confusion

Drug Warnings

Do not take Clonapax P-20 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have breathing or lung problems, severe liver problems, and myasthenia gravis (muscle problems). Inform your doctor if you have depression, porphyria, kidney, or liver disorder or are elderly. Clonapax P-20 Tablet may be habit-forming, so inform your doctor if you have a history of drug addiction or abuse. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines you are taking, including prescription, non-prescription medicines and herbal supplements. Please do not stop taking Clonapax P-20 Tablet on your own as it might cause withdrawal symptoms. Clonapax P-20 Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness; do not drive or handle machinery unless you are alert. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Clonapax P-20 Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness. Clonapax P-20 Tablet is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness were not established. Talk to your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal thoughts such as killing or harming yourself.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Clonapax P-20 Tablet may interact with antacid (aluminium hydroxide), anti-arrhythmic (bepridil), anti-cholinergic (atropine), anti-psychotic (chlorpromazine), anti-convulsant (carbamazepine), barbiturates, and anti-anxiety drugs.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have breathing or lung problems, severe liver problems, myasthenia gravis (muscle problems), depression, or porphyria (blood disorder).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE
  • BEPRIDIL
  • ATROPINE
  • CHLORPROMAZINE
  • CARBAMAZEPINE

Habit Forming

Yes

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Attend therapy sessions regularly.

  • Eat a healthy diet.

  • Try to stay active and exercise regularly.

  • Take ample rest. Get enough sleep.

  • Meditate regularly as it helps in easing the anxiety.

  • Avoid smoking, caffeine, and alcohol consumption.

  • Foods and drinks like salmon, chamomile, turmeric, dark chocolate, green tea, and yoghurt may help with anxiety.

Special Advise

  • Clonapax P-20 Tablet might cause suicidal thoughts. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience unusual mood changes, depression or suicidal thoughts such as killing or harming yourself.

  • Regularly monitor your blood pressure levels while taking Clonapax P-20 Tablet .

Disease/Condition Glossary

Anxiety: It is a mental health disorder characterised by feelings of anxiety, worry or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one’s daily activities. Anxiety is the body’s natural response to stress in which the feeling of fear may be intense and debilitating. It is the most common form of emotional disorder and can affect anyone at any age. Anxiety may cause a panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. The exact cause of anxiety is unknown, but it might be due to genetic or environmental factors. Symptoms of anxiety include rapid breathing, increased heart rate, restlessness, trouble concentrating, and difficulty falling asleep.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol as it might affect the efficacy of Clonapax P-20 Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Clonapax P-20 Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before taking Clonapax P-20 Tablet if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe Clonapax P-20 Tablet if the benefits outweigh the risks in some life-threatening situations.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Limited data suggest that Clonapax P-20 Tablet does not have any significant risk for the baby. However, please consult your doctor before taking Clonapax P-20 Tablet ; your doctor will decide whether Clonapax P-20 Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Unsafe

Clonapax P-20 Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or handle machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Clonapax P-20 Tablet should be used in caution in patients with liver problems. Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Clonapax P-20 Tablet if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

It is probably safe to use Clonapax P-20 Tablet in patients with kidney problems. However, please consult your doctor before taking Clonapax P-20 Tablet if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Clonapax P-20 Tablet is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness were not established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

C-6, Groma House, Apmc Market ,Sector 19, Vashi, Navi Mumbai €“ 400 703
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FAQs

Clonapax P-20 Tablet is used to treat anxiety. Besides this, Clonapax P-20 Tablet is also used to treat high blood pressure, panic disorder, seizure disorder, fast heartbeat, and migraine.Â
Clonapax P-20 Tablet contains Clonazepam and Propranolol. Clonazepam works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger called GABA; this helps suppress the excessive and abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Propranolol blocks certain chemical messengers' action on the heart and blood vessels; this helps reduce heart rate and blood pressure.
Do not stop taking Clonapax P-20 Tablet on your own as it might increase the seizure frequency, chest pain and heart attack. Stopping it suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, anxiety, muscle pain, and flu-like symptoms. Consult your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Clonapax P-20 Tablet ; the doctor may gradually reduce the dose.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Clonapax P-20 Tablet . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.
Clonapax P-20 Tablet has high habit-forming potential. Therefore, take Clonapax P-20 Tablet only in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.
Clonapax P-20 Tablet might cause weight gain or weight loss, depending on person to person. Eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly to prevent weight gain; if you experience weight loss, increase your diet portions.
Clonapax P-20 Tablet may cause postural hypotension. Postural hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. To prevent this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking; instead, lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.
Clonapax P-20 Tablet should be stored in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.
Yes, Clonapax P-20 Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery unless you are fully alert.
The side effects of Clonapax P-20 Tablet include slow heart rate, fatigue, dry mouth, depression, nightmares, sleep disturbances, memory impairment and confusion. Consult the doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen.

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