Definition:
Klonopin - generic clonazepam - is a medication in the benzodiazepine family. Klonopin has both anti-anxiety and anticonvulsant properties, and thus can be used both as a tranquilizer and as a mood stabilizer. In addition to bipolar disorder, it may be prescribed for:
Clonazepam is sold under the brand name Rivotril in Canada. Unlike other benzodiazepines, Klonopin has little or no interactions with grapefruit juice.
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Klonopin - generic clonazepam - is a medication in the benzodiazepine family. Klonopin has both anti-anxiety and anticonvulsant properties, and thus can be used both as a tranquilizer and as a mood stabilizer. In addition to bipolar disorder, it may be prescribed for:
- Epilepsy
- Panic/anxiety disorders
- Restless leg syndrome (RLS)
- Tourette Syndrome
Clonazepam is sold under the brand name Rivotril in Canada. Unlike other benzodiazepines, Klonopin has little or no interactions with grapefruit juice.
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Pronunciation: KLAHN-uh-pin, klo-NAY-zeh-pam / klo-NAZ-uh-pam, RIHV-uh-trill
