Clobazam is a long-acting benzodiazepine derivative belonging to the unique 1,5-benzodiazepine subclass, distinguishing it from the more common 1,4-benzodiazepines. First synthesized in 1966 and patented in 1968, it was initially marketed as an anxiolytic before gaining approval for epilepsy treatment in 1984. Clobazam demonstrates a more favorable side-effect profile than older benzodiazepines, with notably less sedation and memory impairment, and shows a distinct addictive potential compared to its 1,4-benzodiazepine counterparts.
Clobazam molecular structure diagram from the DrugsPRO substance library.
Also known as: Onfi, Frisium, Urbanol, Urbanyl, Urbadan, Sympazan, Urbanil, Mystan, Noiafren, Castilium, Aedon, Clobam, Clobamax
Classification
Chemical: Benzodiazepine
Chemical: Medicine
Psychoactive: Depressant
Tag: Anticonvulsant
Tag: Anxiolytic
Tag: Habit-Forming
Effects
Ataxia
Sedation
Muscle Relaxation
Nausea
Anxiolytic
Sedative
Depersonalization
Derealization
Anxiety Suppression
Euphoria
Anxiety
Confusion
Appetite Suppression
Visual Acuity Suppression
Disinhibition
Dulled Perception
Open Eye Visuals
Double Vision
Routes of Administration
Oral
Dosage
Heavy: 60+ mg
Light: 5 – 10 mg
Common: 10 – 25 mg
Strong: 25 – 40 mg
Threshold: 5 mg
Duration
Onset: 0.33-0.67 h
After Effects: 12-48 h
Peak: 1-4 h
Offset: 6-12 h
Total Duration: 8-12 h
Harm Reduction
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Sources
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Clobazam - DrugsPRO substansvejledning
Clobazam: Clobazam is a long-acting benzodiazepine derivative belonging to the unique 1,5-benzodiazepine subclass, distinguishing it from the more common 1,4-benzodiazepines. First synthesized in 1966 and patented in 1968, it was initially marketed as an anxiolytic before gaining approval for epilep