Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine used for epilepsy (absence, myoclonic) and panic disorder.
Also known as: clonazepam, rivotril
Long half-life benzodiazepine. Broad-spectrum anticonvulsant.
Binding to the benzodiazepine site of GABA-A. More pronounced anticonvulsant effect than other benzodiazepines.
Complete oral absorption. Bioavailability: 90-100%.
Metabolised by CYP3A4. Inactive metabolites.
18-50 h.
Medicines from the same therapeutic group (ATC classification) or the same pharmacological class.
No documented drug–drug interactions for this medicine.
No documented food or drink interactions.
No documented disease interactions.
No documented pregnancy or breastfeeding information.
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