Rivotril Brand
The pills of Rivotril
come in the round shape of white, yellow or coral colors depending on the
dosage and the producer. The usual dosages for one tablet, which contains
clonazepam, are 0,5 and 2 mg. The medicine belongs to the group of
antiepileptic means. The active component is clonazepam.
Pharmacological use
Rivotril increases the
sensitivity of receptors to aminobutyric acid, due to which there is a slowdown
in the transmission of nerve impulses, and the excitability of neurons is
reduced. Also, the drug has a general soothing, sedative effect on the central
nervous system. The feeling of anxiety, causeless anxiety and nervous tension
is dulled. The quality and duration of sleep improve. Indications for use are
epilepsy in children and adults. During the treatment with Rivotril, patients
are strictly forbidden to use ethanol, since it can disrupt the drug, reduce
the effectiveness of the treatment, or it can cause unforeseen side effects.
The leaflet provided
with the packing offers basic information on how to use this medicine. Before
use, it is better to discuss the dosage with your physician and make sure to
follow his exact prescriptions.
This medicine has a set
of side effects for health if used any differently from doctor’s orders. Side
effects can be various, for example:
– headaches;
– dizziness;
– lethargy;
– fatigue;
– sleep disturbance;
– retardation of the
reaction.
Less frequent adverse
reactions:
– impaired coordination
of movements;
– neutropenia;
– blurred consciousness;
– tachycardia;
– leukopenia;
– anemia;
– impaired respiratory
function.
The risk of drug
dependence is increased when using large doses or at a significant duration of
treatment. Without special instructions should not be used for a long time.
This is not a complete
list of adverse reactions, and you should report to your doctor immediately
about any unpleasant symptoms that persist.
