Frisium tablet 10 mg 100?s works by decreasing abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Frisium tablet 10 mg 100?s

Fever severe

Unsteady walk severe

Difficulty with swallowing severe

Slurred speech severe

Restlessness severe

Aggressive

Body pain

Decreased appetite

Drowsiness

Bladder pain

Cloudy urine

Uses of Frisium tablet 10 mg 100?s
What is it prescribed for?

Seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome
This medicine is used in the treatment of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome which is a brain disorder seen in children, characterized by different types of seizures and impaired intellectual development.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 0.5 to 4 hours.

Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine can be observed for an average duration of 3 to 4 days.

Safe with Alchohol?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended if the patient is receiving Frisium tablet 10 mg 100?s . Inform the doctor if you are an alcoholic. Any symptoms of dizziness, difficulty in concentration should be reported to the doctor. Dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

Is it habit forming?
Habit forming tendency has been reported

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.

When not to use?

Allergy
Do not take this medicine if you have a known allergy to Frisium tablet 10 mg 100?s .

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.

General Warnings

Sedation
This medicine may cause sedation generally in the 1st month of the treatment. Patients should avoid operating heavy machinery or driving vehicle. Inform the doctor if the symptoms persist.

Skin reactions
This medicine may cause severe skin reactions like stevens-johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis especially first 8 weeks of the treatment. Inform the doctor if any symptoms appear and discontinue the treatment as early as possible.

Dependency
This medicine have the tendency to cause dependency and abuse particularly after prolonged use or excessive dosages. Individuals with a history of alcohol or substance abuse should be treated carefully when they are on Frisium tablet 10 mg 100?s . The withdrawal of this medicine should be tapered off gradually.

Suicidal thoughts
Use of benzodiazepines in depression conditions may increase the risk of suicide. Therefore this medicine should be used with caution and prescription size should be limited in patients with depression or suicidal tendencies.

Withdrawal symptoms
This medicine should not be stopped immediately without informing the doctor due to the risk of withdrawal symptoms like convulsions, behavioral disorder, tremor, and anxiety. Gradual dose reduction should be made based on the outcomes in the patient.

Myasthenis gravis
This medicine should be used with caution in the patients with myasthenia gravis due to the increase in the risk of muscle weakness.

Impaired liver function
This medicine should be used with caution in the patients with mild to moderate liver injury. Lowest possible doses should be initiated and increase the dose based on the patient’s response. This medicine is not recommended in the patients with severe liver injury.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Frisium tablet 10 mg 100?s , take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it?s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Amitriptyline moderate

Ethinyl Estradiol moderate

Opoids severe

Antihypertensives moderate

Disease interactions

moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in the patients with the history of depression or a family history of depression. The prescription size should be limited. Any symptoms of mood changes should be reported to the doctor immediately.

General Instructions

This medicine with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms.

Other details

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

References

medlineplus.gov –
Clobazam [Internet].
Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a612008.html
[cited 9/9/2020].
2020