Clonazepam 2.5 Mg Tablet (Rivotril or Nozim-2)

Take this medication by mouth. Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. You do not need water to take this medication. Leave the tablet in the sealed pack until you are ready to take it. With dry hands, open the pack and gently remove the tablet. Place the tablet on the tongue and allow it to dissolve. Then, swallow it. You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. Do not take it more often than directed. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop. A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time. Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed. People 65 years and older may have a stronger reaction and need a smaller dose.

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

• Allergic reactions–skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
• CNS depression–slow or shallow breathing, shortness of breath, feeling faint, dizziness, confusion, trouble staying awake
• Thoughts of suicide or self-harm, worsening mood, feelings of depression Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Headache

Do not take this medication with any of the following:

• Sodium oxybate This medication may also interact with the following:
• Alcohol
• Medications that cause drowsiness before a procedure, such as propofol
• Medications that help you fall asleep
• Medications that relax muscles
• Opioids for pain or cough
• Other benzodiazepines
• Phenothiazines, such as chlorpromazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine
• Some antihistamines
• Some medications for depression, such as amitriptyline or trazodone
• Some medications for seizures, such as phenobarbital or primidone
• Supplements, such as green tea, melatonin, St. John’s wort, valerian Other medications may affect the way this medication works. Talk with your care team about all the medications you take. They may suggest changes to your treatment plan to lower the risk of side effects and to make sure your medications work as intended.