Name: Cloba 5 Tablet
SKU: pk/med/3355
Availability: OutOfStock

Product introduction

Cloba 5 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as benzodiazepines. It is used to treat epilepsy (seizures) and severe anxiety. It works by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Cloba 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming.

If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase seizure frequency.

Some common side effects of this medicine include tiredness, slurred speech, fever, cough, drooling, constipation, and difficulty in passing urine. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to consult the doctor if you notice blisters on the skin or inside your mouth. If you have been taking this medicine for a long time then regular monitoring of blood and liver functions may be required.

Benefits of Cloba Tablet

In Treatment of Severe anxiety

Cloba 5 Tablet reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, and irritability. Therefore, it helps one to go about their daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping it suddenly can cause serious problems; so, do not stop taking it without discussing with the doctor.

Side effects of Cloba Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cloba

Constipation
Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Decreased appetite
Headache
Nausea
Irritability
Aggression
Restlessness
Drug tolerance
Difficulty in paying attention
Tremors
Abnormality of voluntary movements
Sleepiness
Depression
Sedation
Speech disorder

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Cloba 5 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Cloba 5 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cloba 5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Short-term use is not expected to cause any adverse effects in the breastfed baby, especially if the baby is older than 2 months. During long-term use, monitor for possible sleepiness.

Driving

UNSAFE

Cloba 5 Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel sleepy or have concentration or memory problems after taking Cloba 5 Tablet and this may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Cloba 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Limited information is available on the use of Cloba 5 Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Cloba 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Limited information is available on use of Cloba 5 Tablet in patients with severe liver disease.