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Brand Names: Klonopin, Klonopin Wafer

Generic Name: clonazepam (Pronunciation: kloe NAZ e pam)

• What is clonazepam (Klonopin, Klonopin Wafer)?
• What are the possible side effects of clonazepam (Klonopin, Klonopin Wafer)?
• What is the most important information I should know about clonazepam (Klonopin, Klonopin Wafer)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking clonazepam (Klonopin, Klonopin Wafer)?
• How should I take clonazepam (Klonopin, Klonopin Wafer)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Klonopin, Klonopin Wafer)?
• What happens if I overdose (Klonopin, Klonopin Wafer)?
• What should I avoid while taking clonazepam (Klonopin, Klonopin Wafer)?
• What other drugs will affect clonazepam (Klonopin, Klonopin Wafer)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is clonazepam (Klonopin, Klonopin Wafer)?

Clonazepam is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peens). Clonazepam affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety.

Clonazepam is used to treat seizure disorders or panic disorder.

Clonazepam may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Clonazepam 0.5 mg-AND

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Clonazepam 0.5 mg-APO

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Clonazepam 0.5 mg-EON

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Clonazepam 0.5 mg-MYL

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Clonazepam 0.5 mg-PUR

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Clonazepam 0.5 mg-TEV

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Clonazepam 0.5 mg-WAT

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Clonazepam 1 mg-APO

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Clonazepam 1 mg-EON

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Clonazepam 1 mg-MYL

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Clonazepam 1 mg-PUR

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Clonazepam 1 mg-TEV

round, green, imprinted with 93 833

Clonazepam 1 mg-WAT

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Clonazepam 2 mg DT-BAR

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Clonazepam 2 mg-APO

round, white, imprinted with APO C-2

Clonazepam 2 mg-EON

round, white, imprinted with E 65

Clonazepam 2 mg-MYL

round, white, imprinted with C 15, M

Clonazepam 2 mg-PUR

round, white, imprinted with R35

Clonazepam 2 mg-TEV

round, white, imprinted with 93 834

Clonazepam 2 mg-WAT

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Klonopin 0.5 mg

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Klonopin 1 mg

round, blue, imprinted with K ROCHE, 1 K KLONOPIN

Klonopin 2 mg

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What are the possible side effects of clonazepam (Klonopin, Klonopin Wafer)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;
• hyperactivity, agitation, hostility;
• unusual or involuntary eye movements;
• weak or shallow breathing;
• depressed mood, thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself;
• chest tightness, fast or pounding heartbeats;
• painful or difficult urination, urinating more or less than usual;
• pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding; or
• new or worsening seizures.

Less serious side effects may include:

• drowsiness, dizziness, spinning sensation;
• memory problems;
• tired feeling, muscle weakness, lack of balance or coordination;
• slurred speech;
• drooling or dry mouth, sore gums;
• runny or stuffy nose;
• loss of appetite, nausea, diarrhea, constipation;
• blurred vision;
• headache;
• nervousness, sleep problems (insomnia);
• skin rash; or
• weight changes.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about clonazepam (Klonopin, Klonopin Wafer)?

Do not use this medication if you have severe liver disease, of if you are allergic to clonazepam or to other benzodiazepines, such as alprazolam (Xanax), chlordiazepoxide (Librium), clorazepate (Tranxene), diazepam (Valium), lorazepam (Ativan), or oxazepam (Serax).

Clonazepam may cause harm to an unborn baby, and may cause breathing or feeding problems in a newborn. But having a seizure during pregnancy could harm both the mother and the baby. Do not start taking clonazepam during pregnancy without telling your doctor you are pregnant.

If you become pregnant while taking clonazepam for seizures, do not stop taking clonazepam without your doctor's advice. Seizure control is very important during pregnancy and the benefits of preventing seizures may outweigh any risks posed by taking clonazepam.

Before taking clonazepam, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease, glaucoma, any breathing problems, or a history of depression, suicidal thoughts, or addiction to drugs or alcohol.

Do not drink alcohol while taking clonazepam. This medication can increase the effects of alcohol.

Clonazepam may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Clonazepam should never be shared with another person, especially someone who has a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a secure place where others cannot get to it.