Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine used to treat seizure disorders and panic disorder. It works by calming the brain and nerves through enhancement of GABA activity. Like other benzodiazepines, it carries risks of dependence and withdrawal and is classified as a Schedule IV controlled substance.
Clonazepam
Brand names: Klonopin
Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine used to treat seizure disorders and panic disorder. It works by calming the brain and nerves through enhancement of GABA activity. Like other benzodiazepines, it carries
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- What is it?
- Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine used to treat seizure disorders and panic disorder. It works by calming the brain and nerves through enhancement of GAB
- Drug Class
- Benzodiazepine
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Sources & References
- FDA Drug Label Information — fda.gov
- National Library of Medicine (DailyMed) — dailymed.nlm.nih.gov
- MedlinePlus Drug Information — medlineplus.gov
- American Pharmacists Association — pharmacist.com
- National Institutes of Health (NIH) — nih.gov
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