Lonacen: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lonacen Benefits & Uses

Lonacen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Lonacen 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

Lonacen Related Warnings

Is the use of Lonacen safe for pregnant women?

Lonacen can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Lonacen, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Lonacen safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Lonacen. If you see any side effects, stop taking Lonacen immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Lonacen again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lonacen on the Kidneys?

Lonacen may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lonacen on the Liver?

Side effects of Lonacen rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lonacen on the Heart?

Using Lonacen does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lonacen with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Lonacen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lonacen 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 Lonacen

Is this Lonacen habit forming or addictive?

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

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lonacen. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Lonacen is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Yes, this Lonacen works for mental disorders.

Yes

Lonacen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lonacen

When consumed with certain foods, Lonacen may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lonacen

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lonacen

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Lonacen on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No. Lonacen Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Lonacen?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Lonacen is a brand name of Clonazepam. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepine (Hypnotics & Sedatives). It is used mainly for the treatment of seizures, epilepsy, and panic disorder. It is also used for the treatment of burning mouth syndrome and tardive dyskinesia.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Lonacen cure anxiety?

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

Yes, use of Lonacen 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 about 5 years ago

Does Lonacen 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, Lonacen 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lonacen 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.