Clobazam (By mouth)

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use if you had an allergic reaction to clobazam.

Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Tablet : You may swallow the tablet whole, break it in half along the score, or crush it and mix it in applesauce.
Oral liquid : Shake the bottle just before each dose. Use the bottle adapter and dosing syringe in the package to measure the right dose. Squirt the right amount of medicine directly into the corner of the mouth. Wash the syringe, barrel, and plunger after each use, and allow the parts to air dry. Do not put the syringe in the dishwasher.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Store the bottle upright and with the adapter in place. Throw away any unused oral liquid 90 days after you open the bottle.

Some foods and medicines can affect how clobazam works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:
- Fluconazole
- Fluvoxamine
- Omeprazole
- Ticlopidine
- Birth control pills
Tell your doctor if you use anything else that makes you sleepy. Some examples are allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, and alcohol.
Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease, kidney disease, or a history of depression or a mood disorder. Tell your doctor if you have been addicted to alcohol or drugs.
This medicine may cause the following problems:
- Serious skin reactions
- Changes in mood or behavior
Birth control pills may not work as well when used with this medicine. Use a second form of birth control to keep from getting pregnant and for 28 days after your last dose.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely.
This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Blistering, peeling, or red skin rash
Confusion or unusual excitement, nervousness, or irritability
Depression, anxiety, irritability, hallucinations, trouble sleeping, unusual behavior, thoughts of hurting yourself or others

Last Updated: 1/27/2017