Drug Uses
Klonopin is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines. Klonopin is used to treat seizure disorders or panic disorder.

How To Use
Take Klonopin exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from Klonopin. Swallow the regular Klonopin tablet whole, with a full glass of water.

Possible Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects: confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior; hyperactivity, agitation, hostility; unusual or involuntary eye movements; weak or shallow breathing; depressed mood, thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself; chest tightness, fast or pounding heartbeats; painful or difficult urination, urinating more or less than usual; pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding; or new or worsening seizures. Less serious Klonopin side effects may include: drowsiness, dizziness, spinning sensation; memory problems; tired feeling, muscle weakness, lack of balance or coordination; slurred speech; drooling or dry mouth, sore gums; runny or stuffy nose; loss of appetite, nausea, diarrhea, constipation; blurred vision; headache; nervousness, sleep problems (insomnia); skin rash; or weight changes.

Precautions
Do not use Klonopin if you have severe liver disease, of if you are allergic to clonazepam or to other benzodiazepines, such as alprazolam (Xanax), chlordiazepoxide (Librium), clorazepate (Tranxene), diazepam (Valium), lorazepam (Ativan), or oxazepam (Serax). Clonazepam may cause harm to an unborn baby, and may cause breathing or feeding problems in a newborn. But having a seizure during pregnancy could harm both the mother and the baby. Do not start taking Klonopin during pregnancy without telling your doctor you are pregnant. Do not drink alcohol while taking clonazepam. Klonopin can increase the effects of alcohol. Klonopin can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Storage
Store Klonopin at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.