Clonazepam
Brand names,
Clonazepam
Analogs
Clonazepam
Brand Names Mixture
Clonazepam
Chemical_Formula
C15H10ClN3O3
Clonazepam
RX_link
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/clonaz.htm
Clonazepam
fda sheet
Clonazepam
msds (material safety sheet)
Clonazepam
Synthesis Reference
L. H. Sternbach et al.; J. Med. Chem. 6,261 (1963)
Clonazepam
Molecular Weight
315.711 g/mol
Clonazepam
Melting Point
236.5 - 238.5 oC
Clonazepam
H2O Solubility
<0.1 mg/mL
Clonazepam
State
Solid
Clonazepam
LogP
2.722
Clonazepam
Dosage Forms
Tablet
Clonazepam
Indication
Used as an anticonvulsant in the treatment of the Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (petit mal variant), akinetic and myoclonic seizures.
Clonazepam
Pharmacology
Clonazepam, a benzodiazepine, is used primarily as an anticonvulsant in the treatment of absence seizures, petit mal variant seizures (Lennox-Gastaut syndrome), akinetic and myoclonic seizures, and nocturnal myoclonus.
Clonazepam
Absorption
Clonazepam is rapidly and completely absorbed after oral administration. The absolute bioavailability of clonazepam is about 90%.
Clonazepam
side effects and Toxicity
Somnolence, confusion, coma, and diminished reflexes
Clonazepam
Patient Information
Clonazepam is used for the treatment of seizures. Notify your physician if you
are pregnant or nursing. This medication may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or
blurred vision; use caution while driving or operating hazardous machinery.
Do not take any other sedating drugs or drink alcohol while taking clonazepam.
Do not change the dose or stop taking clonazepam without talking with your physician.
This medication may be habit forming. Seizures or withdrawal symptoms may occur after
you stop taking it. This medication should be taken with meals to avoid stomach upset.
Clonazepam
Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals