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Clobator is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome.
The right dosage of Clobator depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Clobator also has some side effects, the most common being Uncoordinated Body Movements. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Clobator can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Clobator normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Clobator's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Clobator's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Clobator is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Abuse are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clobator contraindications section.
Additionally, Clobator may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clobator is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Clobator is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Clobator safe for pregnant women?
Clobator can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Clobator right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Clobator safe during breastfeeding?
Clobator has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clobator on the Kidneys?
Using Clobator does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Clobator on the Liver?
Clobator has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Clobator on the Heart?
You can take Clobator without any fear of damage to the heart.
Clobator should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clobator unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clobator habit forming or addictive?
Clobator can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Clobator you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but avoid taking more than the amount of Clobator prescribed by your doctor.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Clobator can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clobator
Taking Clobator with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clobator
Taking alcohol with Clobator can be dangerous.
Clobator works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. Thus, providing which helps in controlling the symptoms of anxiety, schizophrenia, and seizure.
Ideally, Clobator can be taken 1-2 times a day or advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food post evening because its absorption is not affected by food. However, you are recommended to take it as per your doctor's instructions. Precautions must be taken in patients with chronic pulmonary insufficiency, personality disorders, muscle weakness, impaired liver or kidney function.
Yes, Clobator is used for anxiety. It has been found to be very effective in reducing anxiety in the patients.
Yes, Clobator is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some known side effects are observed at regular therapeutic doses such as drowsiness, sedation, and muscle weakness. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes, Clobator is an addictive or habit-forming drug. Hence, you are advised not to take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Onfi® (clobazam)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 418