# Clonazepam (Klonopin)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/clonazepam
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Clonazepam?

Clonazepam (brand name: Klonopin) is a benzodiazepine. It is prescribed to treat dysarthria, epilepsies, myoclonic. Across the United States, 150,000 doctors prescribe Clonazepam to approximately 1.0 million Medicare patients, making it one of the 50 most prescribed drugs in America.

## Brand names

Klonopin

## Indications

Clonazepam is prescribed for several conditions including dysarthria, epilepsies, myoclonic, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Dysarthria](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/dysarthria)
- [Epilepsies](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/epilepsies)
- [Myoclonic](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/myoclonic)
- [Restless Legs Syndrome](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/restless-legs-syndrome)
- [Neuralgia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/neuralgia)
- [Bipolar Disorder](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bipolar-disorder)
- [Epilepsy](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/epilepsy)
- [Absence](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/absence)
- [Panic Disorder](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/panic-disorder)
- [Lennox Gastaut Syndrome](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/lennox-gastaut-syndrome)
- [Seizures](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/seizures)
- [Schizophrenia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/schizophrenia)

## Mechanism of action

decreasing abnormal electrical activity in the brain

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Benzodiazepine
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, depression, memory problems, coordination issues

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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