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Clonazepam - Rivotril®                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Class of benzodiazepine drugs that work to slow down the central nervous system.

Side effects may occur                                                                                                                                                                                                                

• Ataxia
• Confusion
• Drowsiness
• Depression
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Lightheadedness
• Muscle Weakness

Clonazepam should not be taken by people with severe liver disorders or some respiratory conditions.

It should not be taken during pregnancy or when still breastfeeding.

MS - Used for the treatment of tremor, and very occasionally to manage pain or spasticity.

Clonazepam can be dangerous if taken with alcohol, It can also increase the effect of a number of other drugs with which it should not be taken.

Which include:

• Antihistamines.
• Sedatives.
• Tranquillizers.
• Prescription pain medications.
• Seizure medications.
• Muscle relaxants.
• Sleeping medications.

Clonazepam causes dependency so stopping treatment must be gradual and with a clinicians guidance.

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