Rivatril
Rivatril contains clonazepam, a benzodiazepine that helps prevent and reduce seizures in children and adults with epilepsy.
Form
tabletti
Strength
2 mg
Active Ingredient
Clonazepam
Manufacturer
Cheplapharm Arzneimittel GmbH
How to Use
Dosage
The dosage is adjusted individually, starting with a small dose that is gradually increased to a suitable maintenance dose. Never change the dose prescribed by your doctor.
Method
Take Rivatril tablets with plenty of liquid. The tablet can be divided into equal halves.
Important
Always follow your doctor's instructions. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten tablet.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Fatigue
- •Drowsiness
- •Dizziness
- •Coordination problems
- •Involuntary eye movements (nystagmus)
- •Falls
- •Bone fractures
RARE
- •Changes in sex drive
- •Headache
- •Nausea
- •Upper abdominal symptoms
- •Hives
- •Itching
- •Rash
- •Temporary hair loss (alopecia)
- •Pigmentation changes
- •Urinary incontinence
- •Erectile dysfunction
- •Decreased platelet count
- •Allergic reaction
- •Increased frequency of seizures
- •Impaired concentration
- •Restlessness
- •Confusion
- •Decreased level of consciousness
- •Depression
- •Paradoxical reactions (e.g., agitation, irritability, aggression, anxiety, strong motor restlessness, nervousness, hostility, fear, sleep disorders, nightmares, vivid dreams)
- •Drug dependence, withdrawal symptoms
- •Decreased reaction ability
- •Decreased muscle tone
- •Speech disorder
- •Reversible vision disturbances (double vision)
- •Memory loss
- •Cardiac arrest
- •Heart failure
- •Respiratory depression
- •Muscle weakness
- •Excessive salivation in child patients
- •Increased bronchial secretions in child patients
- •Reversible precocious puberty (incomplete, early onset puberty)
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to clonazepam, other benzodiazepines, or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use if you have severe breathing difficulties or severe liver disease.
- Do not use if you misuse medicines, illegal drugs, or alcohol.
- If you experience thoughts of harming yourself or suicide, contact your doctor immediately.
- Avoid alcohol during treatment, as it can affect how Rivatril works or cause unexpected side effects.
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- Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless your doctor considers it absolutely necessary.
- This medicine may affect your ability to drive or use machines safely.
- If you have an intolerance to certain sugars, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
- Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly; your doctor will gradually reduce the dose to avoid side effects.
- In case of overdose or if a child accidentally takes the medicine, contact a doctor or poison control center immediately.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category D
Avoid use in older adults. Sedative. A long-acting. Increases the risk of drug addiction, cognitive disorder and traffic accidents. Increases risk of falls. Paradoxically, may increase anxiety, restlessness and aggression. (updated 6.10.2025)