Clonazepam (0.25mg)
Rivotril 0.25mg 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.
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 themCommon side effects of Rivotril
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Related Warnings
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet.
Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Rivotril 0.25mg 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.
Yes, Rivotril 0.25mg 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 Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet makes you sleepy and affects your alertness, you should avoid driving.
The duration of treatment with Rivotril 0.25mg 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. Before 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.
No, it is not at all recommended to take alcohol with Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet since it can cause breathing problems, sleepiness and heart problems. Taking Rivotril 0.25mg 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.
People taking Rivotril 0.25mg 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 Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet. Therefore, Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet should be taken for the shortest possible time and in the lowest effective dose.
No, do not stop taking Rivotril 0.25mg 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.
Yes, you should avoid taking foods containing caffeine such as tea, coffee, chocolates etc., while taking Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet. This is because caffeine stimulates your brain and Rivotril 0.25mg 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 Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet. Alcohol can cause excessive sleepiness and make you more drowsy and inattentive. Talk to your doctor if you have any other doubts regarding your diet while taking Rivotril 0.25mg Tablet.
