Closis 1mg Tablet
Intel Pharmaceuticals

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In-stock 10 tablets in 1 strip
27.65

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Short term anxiety Alcohol withdrawal Epilepsy

COMPOSITION:
Clonazepam (1mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
neuro cns

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Closis 1mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Closis 1mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Closis 1mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Closis 1mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Closis 1mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Closis 1mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Use of Closis 1mg Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Liver

Closis 1mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Closis 1mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Clonazepam   1mg

Uses of Closis Tablet
Closis 1mg Tablet is used in the treatment of short term anxiety, alcohol withdrawal and epilepsy.

How to use Closis Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Closis 1mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Closis Tablet works
Closis 1mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Side Effects:

Common Sleepiness, Uncoordinated body movements, Slurred speech, Dizziness, Fatigue, Memory impairment, Irritability, Headache, Dryness in mouth, Depression, Constipation.

Expert advice for Closis Tablet
If you are taking Closis for the treatment of insomnia and anxiety, it should not be used more than 4 weeks. It may become less effective over the time. It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Closis, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. The addiction / habit-forming potential of Closis is very high.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can I take Closis while taking a dietary supplement?
It depends on what kind of dietary supplement it is. Normally absorption of Closis is not affected by food and other vitamins. Consult your doctor before you start taking the medication.

Q. Which medication is best, alprazolam or Closis?
Both are equally effective as suggested in different research studies.

Q. What is the difference between clotiazepam and Closis?
Clotiazepam is a benzodiazepine which has anxiolytic, sedative and antiepileptic property. It differs from other benzodiazepines (Closis) in that the benzene ring is replaced by thiophene ring. Clinical use of clotiazepam is relatively low.

Q. Which medication is best, lorazepam or Closis?
Both are equally effective as shown in the research studies.

Q. Which medication is best, diazepam or Closis?
Both are equally effective as shown in the research studies.

Q. Can Closis affect my sex drive?
There are few reports but it is not so common. Closis does not affect the sexual drive in all the patients.

Q. Is Closis a narcotic?
No. Closis is not a narcotic. Narcotics are drugs with sleep inducing properties, usual derivatives of Opium like Heroin and Morphine.

Q. Is Closis muscle relaxant?
Closis is approved for the treatment of anxiety, alcohol withdrawal and epilepsy. Some research studies have shown it has got muscle relaxant properties.

Q. Can I take vitamin B along with Closis?
There is no known major interaction found with vitamin B when taken with Closis.

Q. Can I take vitamin C along with Closis?
There is no known major interaction found with vitamin C when taken with Closis.

Q. Can I take Closis while I am on hepatitis C treatment?
The treatment of hepatitis C includes many drugs and the side effects depends on which drug you are prescribed.

Q. Can Closis cause euphoria?
No. Closis does not cause euphoria. It causes sleepiness, dizziness etc.

Q. Can Closis get you high?
Closis does not make you feel high.

Q. Can Closis be replaced with paroxetine?
No. both are different medication. Closis is an antianxiety, anticonvulsant drug whereas Paroxetine is an antidepressant medication

Q. Can Closis cause rash?
Closis is not commonly known to cause a rash but hypersensitive individuals can develop a rash.

Q. Is Closis the best choice for restless legs syndrome?
There are other treatment modalities for restless leg syndrome but among these benzodiazepine class of drug Closis is most studied drug. It is not approved for restless leg syndrome but used off label.

Q. How is bupropion different than Closis?
Bupropion is in the treatment of depression and for smoking cessation. Closis is an anti-seizure and anti-anxiety medicine.

Q. Can I take Closis along with zolpidem?
No. You should avoid taking these two medications together. They both induce sleep and taking them together can lead to increased sleepiness, decreased concentration, ataxia and abnormal co-ordination.

Q. Which medication is better, Closis or clobazam?
Clobazam causes less sedation as compared to Closis as seen in few research studies.In few studies, clobazam showed a good retention when given for a longer period whereas Closis needs a dose escalation.

Q. Can I take Closis along with fluoxetine?
You should avoid taking these two drugs together as they increase side effects like sleepiness, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating.

Q. Can I take Closis while I am also taking antibiotics?
It depends on which antibiotics you are on treatment. Consult your doctor before starting these medications.

Q. Can I take Closis along with escitalopram?
You should avoid taking these two drugs together as they increase side effects like sleepiness, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating.

Q. Which medication is better, Closis or nitrazepam?
Both are equally effective as shown in the research studies.

Q. Can I take Closis along with paracetamol?
Yes. You can take prescribed doses of paracetamol with Closis. Inform your doctor if you have any allergy or liver problems before starting these medications.

Q. Which is stronger Closis or oxazepam?
We could not find any direct studies comparing Closis with oxazepam. However, oxazepam is an intermediate-acting benzodiazepine with a slow onset of action.

Q. Which medication is better Closis or etizolam?
Etizolam is a short acting drug and its structure is a bit different from the benzodiazepines class of drugs. Both are used in inducing sleep and relieving anxiety however it depends.

Q. When does Closis expire?
The expiry date of Closis is given on the tablet strip and provided by the manufacturer.

Q. How does Closis affect the brain?
Closis works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Q. Can I take Closis along with coffee?
Yes. There are no major interactions known between coffee and Closis.

Q. What is the difference between Closis and zopiclone?
Closis is an anti-siezure, antianxiety medication. Zopiclone is a sedating drug from different class and it is only used for inducing sleep

Q. What is the difference between Closis and olanzapine?
Closis is an anti-seizure, antianxiety medication. Olanzapine is an atypical antipsychotic medication.

Q. Can Closis cause low blood pressure?
Closis is not known to cause low blood pressure commonly. It can cause palpitation in some patients.

Q. Can I use Closis for sciatica?
No. Closis is not a known medication for sciatica. It is an antiseizure, antianxiety medication.

Q. Can tremors be treated with Closis?
Closis is not an approved drugs for treatment of tremors. However, in some research studies, it has been shown Closis is effective

Q. Can I use Closis for nausea?
No. Closis is not a medication for nausea. It is an antiseizure, antianxiety medication.

Q. Can I use Closis for a headache?
No. Closis is not a medication for a headache. It is an antiseizure, antianxiety medication.

Q. Can I use Closis for vertigo?
No. Closis is not a medication for vertigo. It is an antiseizure, antianxiety medication. However, few studies have shown its effectiveness in vertigo.

Q. Can insomnia be treated with Closis?
Yes. Though Closis is not approved for treatment of insomnia. Closis is used off-label for the treatment of sleep disorders.

Q. Can I use Closis for depression?
No. Closis is not a medication for depression. It is an antiseizure and antianxiety medication. There are the different class of drugs for treating depression.

Q. Can I use Closis in pain management?
No. Closis is not a medication for management of pain disorders. It is an antiseizure and antianxiety medication. There are the different class of drugs for treating pain. Few studies have failed to prove the effectiveness of Closis in pain management.

Q. What is the good time to take Closis?
It is given mostly at night as it causes sedation.