Cloba MT 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Clobazam (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Cloba MT 5mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine used to treat epilepsy (seizures) and severe anxiety by suppressing abnormal nerve cell activity in the brain.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Cloba MT 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential for habit-forming. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase seizure frequency. Some common side effects of this medicine include tiredness, slurred speech, fever, cough, drooling, constipation, and difficulty in passing urine. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to consult the doctor if you notice blisters on the skin or inside your mouth. If you have been taking this medicine for a long time, regular monitoring of blood and liver functions may be required.
Directions for Use
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. Cloba MT 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Cloba MT 5mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Quick Tips
The addiction/habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you notice sores or blisters on your skin, lips, or inside your mouth. Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.
Frequently asked questions
Can Cloba MT 5mg Tablet be habit-forming?
Yes, Cloba MT 5mg Tablet can be habit forming if used for a long time. The risk of dependence increases with dose and duration of treatment; it is also greater in patients with a history of alcohol or drug abuse. Therefore, the duration of treatment should generally be as short as possible.
Can Cloba MT 5mg Tablet cause drowsiness?
Yes, Cloba MT 5mg Tablet can make you sleepy. It usually begins within the first month of treatment and may diminish with continued treatment.
How quickly does Cloba MT 5mg Tablet work?
Cloba MT 5mg Tablet is a fast-acting medicine, which means that it quickly gets absorbed from the bloodstream. Cloba MT 5mg Tablet reaches its highest blood levels within half an hour to 4 hours after the dose is taken.
Is Cloba MT 5mg Tablet the same as clonazepam?
No, Cloba MT 5mg Tablet and clonazepam are not the same medicines but belong to the same class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.
How long does Cloba MT 5mg Tablet withdrawal last?
Withdrawal syndrome may develop at any time up to 3 weeks after stopping Cloba MT 5mg Tablet. Withdrawal signs may last anywhere from 4 weeks to a year or more.
Can I stop taking Cloba MT 5mg Tablet?
No, do not stop taking Cloba MT 5mg Tablet even if you are feeling well, unless your doctor tells you to. Suddenly stopping Cloba MT 5mg Tablet may cause unwanted effects known as withdrawal symptoms. To prevent this, the dose of clobazam needs to be reduced gradually before completely stopping it.
What happens if more than the recommended dose of Cloba MT 5mg Tablet is taken?
Taking more than the recommended doses of Cloba MT 5mg Tablet can affect you in different ways. In mild cases, it may cause symptoms such as drowsiness, mental confusion, and tiredness. In more serious cases, the symptoms may include the complete loss of control of bodily movements, decreased muscle tone, low blood pressure, respiratory depression, coma in rare cases, and death in very rare cases.
Can using Cloba MT 5mg Tablet cause a decrease in blood pressure?
Generally, the use of Cloba MT 5mg Tablet does not cause a decrease in blood pressure. However, taking more than the recommended doses may cause a fall in blood pressure.
Can Cloba MT 5mg Tablet cause tiredness?
Cloba MT 5mg Tablet may cause tiredness along with muscle weakness. If you experience tiredness or if it persists for a long time, consult your doctor.
Does Cloba MT 5mg Tablet cause depression?
No, Cloba MT 5mg Tablet does not cause depression, but it can cause the recurrence of pre-existing depression.
