Klonazepam

Clonazepam is a long-acting benzodiazepine that produces primarily anxiolytic effects alongside anticonvulsant, sedative, muscle relaxant, and hypnotic properties. Patented in 1960 and first marketed in the United States by Roche in 1975, it is widely prescribed for the treatment of panic disorder, anxiety disorders, and seizures. Now available as a generic medication, it remains one of the most commonly prescribed benzodiazepines, with millions of prescriptions written internationally each year.

Also known as: K, Pin, K-pin, K-pins, Klonopin, Rivotril, Iktorivil, Clonapam, RO 5-4023

Classification

Chemical: Benzodiazepine
Chemical: Medicine
Psychoactive: Depressant
Tag: Anticonvulsant
Tag: Anxiolytic
Tag: Common
Tag: GABAergic
Tag: Habit-Forming
Tag: Muscle Relaxant
Tag: Sedative

Effects

Sedation
Muscle Relaxation
Physical Euphoria
Respiratory Depression
Seizure Suppression
Anxiolytic
Amnesia
Anxiety Suppression
Thought Deceleration
Information Processing Suppression
Euphoria
Compulsive Redosing
Disinhibition
Blurred Vision
Closed Eye Visuals
Color Enhancement
Dulled Perception
Open Eye Visuals

Routes of Administration

Oral

Dosage

Heavy: 4+ mg
Light: 0.25 – 0.5 mg
Common: 0.5 – 1 mg
Strong: 1 – 2 mg
Threshold: 0.25 mg

Duration

Onset: 0.33-1 h
Peak: 2-4 h
Offset: 6-12 h
After Effects: 12-24 h
Total Duration: 6-12 h

Harm Reduction

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