Clonopin
Brand names,
Clonopin
Analogs
Clonopin
Brand Names Mixture
Clonopin
Chemical_Formula
C15H10ClN3O3
Clonopin
RX_link
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/clonaz.htm
Clonopin
fda sheet
Clonopin
msds (material safety sheet)
Clonopin
Synthesis Reference
L. H. Sternbach et al.; J. Med. Chem. 6,261 (1963)
Clonopin
Molecular Weight
315.711 g/mol
Clonopin
Melting Point
236.5 - 238.5 oC
Clonopin
H2O Solubility
<0.1 mg/mL
Clonopin
State
Solid
Clonopin
LogP
2.722
Clonopin
Dosage Forms
Tablet
Clonopin
Indication
Used as an anticonvulsant in the treatment of the Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (petit mal variant), akinetic and myoclonic seizures.
Clonopin
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.
Clonopin
Absorption
Clonazepam is rapidly and completely absorbed after oral administration. The absolute bioavailability of clonazepam is about 90%.
Clonopin
side effects and Toxicity
Somnolence, confusion, coma, and diminished reflexes
Clonopin
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.
Clonopin
Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals