Main uses
- Seizure disorders (epilepsy): Clonazepam is an anticonvulsant that can manage different types of seizures, such as Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, myoclonic seizures, and absence seizures.
- Panic disorder: The medication is used for the short-term management of panic disorders, with or without agoraphobia.
- Anxiety disorders: As a potent and long-acting tranquilizer, clonazepam can help reduce anxiety symptoms, especially when awaiting the full effects of first-line antidepressants.
- Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): It can be used to treat symptoms of RLS, often when other treatments have failed.
- REM Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD): Clonazepam is recommended for treating this sleep disorder.
