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Clonazepan

Clonazepan is a common misspelling of clonazepam.

What is clonazepam (clonazepan)?

Clonazepam (clonazepan) belongs to a group of medicines called benzodiazepines. Clonazepam (clonazepan) works by increasing the activity of a naturally occurring chemical in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause seizures or symptoms of panic disorder.

Clonazepam (clonazepan) is used alone or along with other medications to treat convulsive disorders such as epilepsy. Clonazepam (clonazepan) is also prescribed for panic disorder - unexpected attacks of overwhelming panic accompanied by fear of recurrence.

Clonazepam (clonazepan) may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Clonazepam (clonazepan) side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, muscle pain, excessive hair growth or loss, change in sexual desire, weight change, increased saliva production, sore gums, and cough.

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