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Riazam 10 mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TabletS
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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
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Composition :

CLOBAZAM-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Riasmo Lifesciences

Consume Type :

ORAL

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About Riazam 10mg Tablet

Riazam 10mg Tablet belongs to a class of anxiolytic drugs called benzodiazepines (BZD) primarily used to treat epilepsy (fits), severe anxiety over a short period. Also, Riazam 10mg Tablet 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.

Riazam 10mg Tablet 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, Riazam 10mg Tablet prevents fits by stabilizing the electrical activity of nerve cells in the brain. Also, Riazam 10mg Tablet calms nerve cells and helps in reducing anxiety and induces sleep.

Take Riazam 10mg Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise how often you take Riazam 10mg Tablet 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 Riazam 10mg Tablet 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 Riazam 10mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Riazam 10mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. Do not take Riazam 10mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. Riazam 10mg Tablet 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 Riazam 10mg Tablet if you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), sleep apnoea (breathing stops and starts repeatedly), breathing or liver problems. Do not take Riazam 10mg Tablet with opioids as it may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, coma and even death.

Uses of Riazam 10mg Tablet

Epilepsy, Anxiety disorder

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. If you have any difficulty swallowing, crush the tablet and mix it with apple sauce. Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use and take it with food or without food. Take it in doses as prescribed by a doctor with the help of an oral syringe.

Medicinal Benefits

Riazam 10mg Tablet is an anxiolytic drug (reduces anxiety) that is used to treat epilepsy (fits), severe anxiety over a short period. Riazam 10mg Tablet prevents fits by stabilizing the electrical activity of nerve cells in the brain. Also, Riazam 10mg Tablet calms nerve cells and helps in reducing anxiety over a short period and induces sleep. Additionally, Riazam 10mg Tablet can also be used in combination with other medicines to treat schizophrenia (a mental illness).

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Riazam 10 mg Tablet
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.
  • Get enough sleep. Maintain a regular sleep cycle.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Manage stress with yoga or meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery unless you are alert.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water to make swallowing easier.
  • Maintaining dental health and minimizing irritation that could cause drooling can be achieved with regular brushing and flossing.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce saliva production and manage drooling.
  • Good posture can help you stop drooling. Hold your head up straight and raise your chin a little.
  • Avoid spicy foods like chili peppers, wasabi, and horseradish, as they can increase saliva production and worsen drooling.
  • Try natural products like papaya juice, dark grape juice, or sage tea.
  • Contact your doctor for alternative options if these strategies and exercises don't improve saliva management.
  • Rest well; get enough sleep.
  • Eat a balanced diet and drink enough water.
  • Manage stress with yoga and meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Physical activities like walking or jogging might help boost energy and make you feel less tired.
Here's a comprehensive approach to managing medication-triggered fever:
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a fever after starting a new medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or dosage as needed to minimize fever symptoms.
  • Monitor your body temperature to monitor fever progression.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or electrolyte-rich beverages, to help your body regulate temperature.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, to help manage fever symptoms.
  • Under the guidance of your doctor, consider taking medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to help reduce fever.
  • If your fever is extremely high (over 103°F), or if you experience severe symptoms such as confusion, seizures, or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention.
  • Try to practice deep breathing exercises or repeat calming words or phrases.
  • Seek for medical help if aggression occurs frequently, as it can worsen gradually if not attended.
  • You can also try listening to music or relaxing or writing a journal to express the feeling that aggravates to find a solution.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Riazam 10mg Tablet if you are known to be allergic to Riazam 10mg Tablet . Riazam 10mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. Do not take Riazam 10mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. Riazam 10mg Tablet 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 Riazam 10mg Tablet . Avoid taking Riazam 10mg Tablet if you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), sleep apnoea (breathing stops and starts repeatedly), breathing or liver problems. Do not take Riazam 10mg Tablet with opioids as it may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, coma and even death.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ClobazamThioridazine
Critical
ClobazamSodium oxybate
Critical

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ClobazamThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Riazam 10 mg Tablet:
When Thioridazine is taken with Riazam 10 mg Tablet, may increase the blood levels of thioridazine and cause an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Riazam 10 mg Tablet and Thioridazine can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ClobazamSodium oxybate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Riazam 10 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Riazam 10 mg Tablet can enhance the sedative effects of Sodium oxybate on the central nervous system.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Clarithromycin and Terfenadine can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like respiratory depression, low blood pressure, fainting, coma, and even death, a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ClobazamCodeine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Riazam 10 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Riazam 10 mg Tablet with Codeine may lead to serious side effects like respiratory distress.

How to manage the interaction:
Consult the doctor if you are taking Riazam 10 mg Tablet with Codeine. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery. However, if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination, consult a doctor. Do not exceed the doses and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ClobazamKetamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Riazam 10 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Riazam 10 mg Tablet with Ketamine can increase the risk of sedation, drowsiness, and depression of the central nervous system.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ketamine with Riazam 10 mg Tablet can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you are feeling dizzy, sleepy, confused, or having trouble focusing, it's important to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ClobazamEsketamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Riazam 10 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Riazam 10 mg Tablet with Esketamine may increase the severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Riazam 10 mg Tablet can be taken with esketamine if prescribed by the doctor. Until the next day avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery after receiving treatment with esketamine. However, consult a doctor if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination, it is important to contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ClobazamMethadone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Riazam 10 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Riazam 10 mg Tablet with Methadone may cause serious side effects like respiratory depression.

How to manage the interaction:
Consult the doctor if you are taking Riazam 10 mg Tablet with methadone. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery as these medications may cause dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination. Do not exceed the doses and duration prescribed by your doctor.
ClobazamHydrocodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Riazam 10 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Riazam 10 mg Tablet with Hydrocodone may cause serious side effects like respiratory depression.

How to manage the interaction:
Consult the doctor if you are taking Riazam 10 mg Tablet with Hydrocodone. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery as these medications may cause dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment, reaction speed, and motor coordination. Do not exceed the doses and duration prescribed by your doctor.
ClobazamTramadol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Riazam 10 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Riazam 10 mg Tablet with Tramadol may significantly lead to adverse effects such as respiratory difficulties, and unconsciousness.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Riazam 10 mg Tablet and tramadol together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, numbness and tingling of extremities, or hypersensitivity to light and noise, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ClobazamNalbuphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Riazam 10 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Riazam 10 mg Tablet with Nalbuphine can increase the risk of breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Riazam 10 mg Tablet with Nalbuphine together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience symptoms such as difficulty breathing, dizziness, or drowsiness, it is important to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ClobazamRemifentanil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Riazam 10 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Riazam 10 mg Tablet with Remifentanil can increase the risk of breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Riazam 10 mg Tablet with Remifentanil together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. When used together, these effects can be worsened, increasing the risk of respiratory depression. If you experience symptoms such as difficulty breathing, dizziness, or drowsiness, it is important to contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • 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.

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

ANXIOLYTICS

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M Pharmacy

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Reviewed By

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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CLOBAZAM-10MGMental and behavioural disorders due to multiple drug use and use of other psychoactive substances
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CLOBAZAM-10MGDepressive episode
Moderate

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CLOBAZAM-10MGMental and behavioural disorders due to multiple drug use and use of other psychoactive substances
Severe
How does the disease interact with Riazam 10 mg Tablet:
Benzodiazepines have the potential to lead to abuse and dependency. Particularly during extended usage and/or high dosages, tolerance as well as physical and psychological dependency may develop.

How to manage the interaction:
Benzodiazepines have the potential to cause dependence and abuse. Consult the doctor if symptoms of dependence occur. If dependency occurs, the doctor may reduce the dose gradually.
CLOBAZAM-10MGDepressive episode
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Riazam 10 mg Tablet:
Benzodiazepines depress the central nervous system and may cause or worsen mental depression, as well as suicidal behaviour and ideas. Mania and hypomania have also been recorded in depressed individuals treated with some of these medications. In individuals who have a history of depression or other mental problems, benzodiazepine therapy should be used with caution. Patients should be observed for any changes in mood or behaviour. It may be recommended to avoid giving these people significant amounts of medicine.

How to manage the interaction:
Benzodiazepines may cause or exacerbate mental depression and cause suicidal behavior and ideation. Therapy should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of depression or other psychiatric disorders. Patients should be monitored for any changes in mood or behavior.

FAQs

No, you are not recommended to take Riazam 10mg Tablet with opioids as co-administration of these medicines may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, coma and even death. However, before using Riazam 10mg Tablet with any other medicines, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dosage may be adjusted accordingly to use safely.

No, you are not recommended to consume alcohol with Riazam 10mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects. Also, if you ever had alcohol dependence, avoid taking Riazam 10mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of dependence on Riazam 10mg Tablet .

No, Riazam 10mg Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy especially in the second and third trimesters as it may cause adverse effects in the baby such as cleft lip, changes in heart rate, movements, muscle weakness, breathing problems, drowsiness or drop in body temperature. Riazam 10mg Tablet may cause withdrawal symptoms such as shaking or nervous excitement in the baby if taken during late pregnancy. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Riazam 10mg Tablet .

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Riazam 10mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may cause depression, anxiety, confusion, difficulty in sleeping and loss of appetite. Therefore, take Riazam 10mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Riazam 10mg Tablet , please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

Yes, Riazam 10mg Tablet may cause mental or physical dependence if used for a prolonged time. Therefore, take Riazam 10mg Tablet only in dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

No, Riazam 10mg Tablet does not cure epilepsy. Riazam 10mg Tablet only helps in controlling seizures (fits). There is no cure for epilepsy but treatment at an early stage can make a huge difference as prolonged or uncontrolled fits may result in brain damage.

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Special Advise

Do not take Riazam 10mg Tablet for a prolonged time as it may lead to mental or physical dependence on Riazam 10mg Tablet .

Disease/Condition Glossary

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.

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