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Clion is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome.
The correct dosage of Clion depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Clion also has some side effects, the most common being Uncoordinated Body Movements. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clion as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Clion go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Clion's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Clion related warnings talks about Clion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Clion is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Abuse as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clion contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Clion with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Clion is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Clion is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clion is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Clion safe for pregnant women?
Clion may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Clion again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Clion safe during breastfeeding?
Clion may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clion on the Kidneys?
Clion does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clion on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Clion on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Clion on the Heart?
Clion is not harmful for the heart.
Clion should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clion habit forming or addictive?
Clion can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Clion. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but avoid taking more than the amount of Clion prescribed by your doctor.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Clion has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clion
Taking Clion with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clion
Taking Clion with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Clion 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.
Yes, Clion may cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of constipation is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
Yes, Clion may cause depression. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing depression after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
No, Clion 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.
Ideally, Clion 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience