CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML

CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML belongs to a class of anxiolytic drugs called benzodiazepines (BZD) primarily used to treat epilepsy (fits), severe anxiety over a short period. Also, CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML is used in combination with other medicines to treat schizophrenia (a mental illness). Epilepsy (fits) is a disorder in which there is a sudden, uncontrolled disturbance in the electrical activity of nerve cells in the brain. Anxiety is a mental health disorder associated with fear, worry and excessive nervousness. Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that affects the ability of a person to feel, think and behave clearly.

CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML works by increasing the release of GABA (a chemical messenger that acts as a nerve-calming agent) in the brain by acting on GABA receptors. Thereby, CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML prevents fits by stabilizing the electrical activity of nerve cells in the brain. Also, CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML calms nerve cells and helps in reducing anxiety and induces sleep.

Take CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML as prescribed. Your doctor will advise how often you take CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML based on your medical condition. Some people may experience restlessness, irritability, drowsiness, constipation, aggressive behavior, tiredness or breathing problems. Most of these side effects of CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. Do not take CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions such as dizziness, muscle weakness and drowsiness. Avoid taking CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML if you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), sleep apnoea (breathing stops and starts repeatedly), breathing or liver problems. Do not take CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML with opioids as it may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, coma and even death.

CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML is an anxiolytic drug (reduces anxiety) that is used to treat epilepsy (fits), severe anxiety over a short period. CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML prevents fits by stabilizing the electrical activity of nerve cells in the brain. Also, CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML calms nerve cells and helps in reducing anxiety over a short period and induces sleep. Additionally, CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML can also be used in combination with other medicines to treat schizophrenia (a mental illness).

• Restlessness
• Irritability
• Drowsiness
• Constipation
• Aggressive behaviour
• Tiredness
• Breathing problems

Do not take CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML if you are known to be allergic to CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML. CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. Do not take CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions such as dizziness, muscle weakness and drowsiness. If you have depression, spinal or cerebellar ataxia (problems in controlling movements), hallucinations, delusions (misbelief), liver or kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML. Avoid taking CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML if you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), sleep apnoea (breathing stops and starts repeatedly), breathing or liver problems. Do not take CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML with opioids as it may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, coma and even death.

• LORAZEPAM
• CARBAMAZEPINE
• DIAZEPAM
• LEVETIRACETAM
• LAMOTRIGINE
• PREGABALIN
• PHENYTOIN
• CETIRIZINE
• NEBIVOLOL
• DIHYDROCODEINE
• MORPHINE
• CODEINE
• FLUCONAZOLE
• PIMOZIDE
• HALOPERIDOL
• CHLORPROMAZINE
• CLOZAPINE
• ZOLPIDEM
• VALPROIC ACID
• PAROXETINE
• FLUVOXAMINE
• TRAZODONE
• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• CHLORPHENIRAMINE
• PROMETHAZINE
• TEMAZEPAM

• Follow a regular sleep pattern.
• Maintain a low-carbohydrate and high-fat diet which includes seafood, avocado, cheese, coconut oil, eggs, poultry and meat, olive oil, berries, butter, cream, dark chocolate, nuts and seeds as it helps to reduce fits.
• Do regular exercise and maintain a healthy body weight.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.

Do not take CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML for a prolonged time as it may lead to mental or physical dependence on CLOBIUM 5 SUSPENSION 120ML.

Epilepsy (fits): A neurological disorder in which there is a sudden, uncontrolled disturbance in the electrical activity of nerve cells in the brain causing periods of unusual sensations, behavior, abnormal activity of the brain, and loss of awareness at times. Epilepsy can be treated by using anti-epileptic drugs, a special ketogenic diet, small electrical devices, or surgery.

Anxiety disorder: It is a mental health disorder associated with fear, worry, and excessive nervousness. Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that affects the ability of a person to feel, think and behave clearly.