Introduction

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Uses of Clonium 0.5

Anxiety disorder
Epilepsy/Seizures

Side effects of Clonium 0.5

Depression
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Fatigue
Impaired coordination

How to use Clonium 0.5

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. Clonium 0.5 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Clonium 0.5 works

Clonium 0.5 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.

What if you forget to take Clonium 0.5?

If you miss a dose of Clonium 0.5, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Inform your doctor if you experience worsen anxiety, depression angry, or violent behavior and mania while taking this medicine.
Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Clonium 0.5.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Clonium 0.5 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Clonium 0.5 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.
UNSAFE – Driving: Clonium 0.5 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Clonium 0.5 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Clonium 0.5 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Clonium 0.5 can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
CAUTION – Liver: Clonium 0.5 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Clonium 0.5 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.