Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet Information

Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anxiety, Panic Attack and Disorder, Insomnia. The alternative uses of Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Glaucoma, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Clozepam Benefits & Uses
Clozepam Dosage & How to Take
Clozepam Side Effects
Clozepam Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Clozepam with Other Drugs
Clozepam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Clozepam
Clozepam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Panic Attack and Disorder
Insomnia

Other Benefits

Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet 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: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Doses may increase up to 1 mg, TID. Dose range: 2 - 8 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: At bedtime
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Maintenance dosage of 0.1 to 0.2 mg/kg/day
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Maintenance dosage of 0.1 to 0.2 mg/kg/day

Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Clozepam can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Clozepam right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Clozepam can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Clozepam has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

You can take Clozepam without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Dementia
Parkinson's Disease
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Glaucoma
Alcoholism
Drug Addiction
Respiratory Depression
Liver Disease
Obesity

Frequently asked Questions about Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet

Is this Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet. 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 Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, this Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet works for mental disorders.

Yes

Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet

Taking Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet

Taking Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Clozepam 0.5 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can Clozepam cause withdrawal symptoms?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Clozepam causes withdrawal symptoms when the drug is discontinued. These withdrawal symptoms can include new or worsening seizures, hallucinating (seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist), changes in behavior, sweating, uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body, stomach or muscle cramps, anxiety, or difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Clozepam cure anxiety?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, use of Clozepam for short-term can help in providing relief from anxiety through relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Clozepam cause low heart rate?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, it can lower the heart rate but this occurs rarely. The exact cause behind this is unknown. If you are experiencing low heart rate after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Clozepam cause low blood pressure?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, Clozepam does not cause low blood pressure at regular doses. However, it may cause low blood pressure if it is taken in higher doses. If you are experiencing low blood pressure after taking this drug, then please consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.