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Apizam Benefits & Uses

Apizam is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Apizam Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Apizam Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Apizam is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Fatigue
Irritability
Cough
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Drowsiness
Low energy
Nausea or vomiting
Restless (tossing and turning) sleep

Common

Uncoordinated Body Movements

Apizam Related Warnings

Is the use of Apizam safe for pregnant women?

Apizam may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Apizam, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Apizam safe during breastfeeding?

Apizam may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Apizam on the Kidneys?

Apizam is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Apizam on the Liver?

Apizam may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Apizam on the Heart?

Apizam is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Apizam with Other Drugs

Apizam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Codeine

Chlorpheniramine,Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Moderate

Ticlopidine

Fluconazole

Fluvoxamine

Apizam Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Apizam unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Drug Abuse

Frequently asked Questions about Apizam

Is this Apizam habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Apizam. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Apizam you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but Apizam should be consumed in a limited amount.

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Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, this Apizam works for mental disorders.

Yes

Apizam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Apizam

It is safe to take Apizam with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Apizam

Consumption of alcohol and Apizam together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Apizam

Question over 5 years ago

Is Apizam a sleeping pill?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Apizam is not a sleeping pill because it is not used in the treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness). It contains clobazam which belongs to the class of medicine called benzodiazepine (Hypnotics & Sedatives). It is used to treat seizure and anxiety.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Apizam cause weight gain?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Apizam may cause weight gain but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug which is thought to be related to dose and duration of exposure to this drug.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Apizam?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Apizam can be taken 1-2 times a day or advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food post evening because its absorption is not affected by food. However, you are recommended to take it as per your doctor's instructions. Precautions must be taken in patients with chronic pulmonary insufficiency, personality disorders, muscle weakness, impaired liver or kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Apizam stop seizure?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Apizam stop the seizure. It stops the seizure by slowing down the abnormal activity of the brain. Apizam can decrease the frequency of seizure episodes in people but it does not completely control them.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Apizam make you sleepy?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Apizam makes you sleepy because this drug acts on your brain and decreases its activity due to which drowsiness or sleepiness occurs. Do not drive any vehicle or operate any heavy machinery after taking this drug to avoid accident and injury.

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Apizam Benefits & Uses

Apizam Dosage & How to Take

Apizam Side Effects

Apizam Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Apizam with Other Drugs

Apizam Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Apizam

Apizam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Apizam

Question over 5 years ago

Is Apizam a sleeping pill?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Can Apizam cause weight gain?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Apizam?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Does Apizam stop seizure?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Question over 5 years ago

Does Apizam make you sleepy?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

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