Clobazam: Uses, indications and precautions when using

Clobazam is a drug used to control seizures in patients. The drug is used to treat a number of diseases of the nervous system, so it is indicated in a variety of clinical situations. However, patients also need to pay attention to some issues when using the drug to achieve the highest effectiveness.

Clobazam is used together with certain other medicines to control seizures in patients. It is a benzodiazepine that affects the brain and central nervous system. Clobazam works by increasing the effect of a natural chemical in the body called GABA to control the symptoms of the disease.
Patients need to read carefully the instructions before taking Clobazam to minimize the possible side effects during the time of taking the drug. The drug is usually prescribed for oral administration, with or without food depending on certain clinical conditions. If the patient cannot swallow the medicine, it can be crushed to drink.
Some Clobazam drugs in liquid form need to be shaken well before use and measure the drug dose with a specialized instrument or syringe to get the most accurate dose. Patients absolutely do not use household spoons to take medicine, because it will certainly not measure the most accurate dose. If the patient is prescribed Clobazam once a day, it should be taken at bedtime, if it is used several times a day, the largest dose should be taken at bedtime. The specific dose of medication for each patient is completely different, depending greatly on the health and treatment response to each patient. For children, the dose given depends on the child's weight. Medicines need to be taken regularly to be most effective, patients also need to take them regularly at certain times of the day.

In cases where the patient does not follow the doctor's advice and suddenly stops taking the drug, withdrawal symptoms may include headache, drowsiness, hallucinations, nausea, and convulsions. ... Therefore, instead of stopping the drug suddenly, the patient should be given a gradual reduction in the dose of the drug. The drug is also addictive to some patients, especially those who are suffering from stimulant use disorders such as alcohol abuse, drug addiction... At this time, the patient absolutely does not The dose should be increased, must not be used more often than prescribed and should stop taking the drug as soon as prescribed by the treating doctor. If Clobazam is used for a long time, it may reduce the ability to work, it is necessary to discuss with the treating doctor to adjust the appropriate dose.

Indications for use of Clobazam in the following cases:
Supportive treatment for Lennox - Gastaut syndrome Dravet syndrome

Some common side effects when using Clobazam such as drowsiness, dizziness, headache, constipation, fever, cough, nausea ... and these signs if they last too long and get worse, the disease The patient should immediately notify the treating physician. Changes in mental status such as anxiety, agitation..., muscle weakness, inability to coordinate movements, vision changes such as double vision, blurred vision..., difficulty speaking, pain in urination... as well may occur while taking Clobazam.
Some patients often take Clobazam for any medical condition to prevent convulsions which can lead to depression, suicidal thoughts and some other mental illnesses. Therefore, if the patient's family members see any unusual behavior of the above symptoms, they should immediately notify the treating doctor. Clobazam very rarely causes serious skin reactions during the first 8 weeks of taking the drug, but can occur in some special cases manifested by rash, itching, dizziness, difficulty breathing...

Clobazam is used to treat seizures in a variety of conditions of the nervous system as well as other related conditions. Clobazam brings effective treatment, so it is now widely applied in clinical practice. However, it is necessary to note a few aspects when using the drug so that its use is optimal and still ensures safety for the patient.
Vinmec International General Hospital has a team of highly qualified and experienced doctors and pharmacists. Patients before or after taking the drug, can go to the hospital to have the doctor check the progress of the disease for appropriate indications.

Reference source: webmd.com