Klonopin

Medically Reviewed by Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jun 23, 2022

Drug Details


Generic Name:

Clonazepam

Common Brands:

Klonopin

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Benzodiazepine

Forms:

Tablet, orally disintegrating tablet

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

Panic disorder
Seizures

Controlled Status:

Schedule IV controlled substance


What is Klonopin (clonazepam)?

Klonopin (kluh noh pn) belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. It is a prescription oral medication that is used to treat panic attacks and control seizures. There may be other uses of this medication. Your healthcare provider can give you more information.

Who can take Klonopin (clonazepam)?

Klonopin is prescribed to infants, children, adolescents, and adults for the treatment of seizures. There is no clinical trial experience with Klonopin for panic disorder in patients under the age of 18.