Klonopin is the brand name for the drug clonazepam. It is a long-lasting prescription sedative approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treatment programs for patients with panic and seizure disorders. Medical providers may also prescribe Klonopin “off label” (a use not approved by the FDA) to treat essential tremor and tardive dyskinesia.
Klonopin, or clonazepam, is an FDA-approved benzodiazepine for treating panic and seizure disorders. Klonopin is classified as a benzodiazepine meaning the side effects of taking Klonopin are like those of other benzodiazepine drugs.
Klonopin belongs to the benzodiazepine class of drugs, and the effects experienced when taking it to mimic those of other sedative medications like Xanax and Ativan. It is dangerous to mix Klonopin with other medications, especially opioids or other depressants such as alcohol or other benzodiazepines. Mixing drugs, or polydrug abuse, can lead to potentially life-threatening effects.
When taken as prescribed, Klonopin has several therapeutic benefits; however, clonazepam also has expected side effects, including irritability, problems with coordination, memory and concentration difficulties, appetite loss, nausea, dizziness, and fatigue. In some instances, severe side effects can occur with Klonopin use. These include difficulty breathing, reduced blood pressure, elevated heart rate, loss of consciousness, severe depression, and suicidal ideation.1
On its own, Klonopin is not typically dangerous; however, its use is not without the risk of addiction or potential overdose. Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show benzodiazepines like Klonopin were involved in 17% of all drug overdose deaths between January 2019 and June 2020.
Higher doses of Klonopin will take longer to eliminate than smaller doses. Because Klonopin is a long-acting benzodiazepine, the more you have in your body at any given time, the longer it will remain detectable through various drug tests.
How long does Klonopin stay in your system? Klonopin is a long-acting benzodiazepine. It takes your body up to; however, the amount of time various tests can detect Klonopin in your body depends on the type of test and the factors mentioned above.
Klonopin remains detectable in your blood for several days. Also, due to its rapid onset, it is possible to detect the presence of Klonopin in your body through a blood test shortly after taking the drug.
Unfortunately, very few reliable studies provide a solid timeframe for how long you can detect Klonopin in your blood. 8
Both physical and psychological dependence on Klonopin can occur even when prescribed as prescribed. Studies suggest you can develop a physical dependence on Klonopin after two weeks of daily use, even if using it precisely as directed. 9
If you have been regularly using clonazepam, you must speak to your provider if you are ready to stop using it. If you abruptly stop taking your regular dose, unpleasant and potentially dangerous side effects can occur. A medical detox program like ours at Iris Healing® can help you slowly and safely taper off Klonopin under medical supervision.Stopping Klonopin “cold turkey” can cause various withdrawal effects, some of which can be dangerous. Examples of these include seizures, hallucinations, tremors, stomach cramps, and thoughts of suicide. Klonopin is a schedule IV controlled substance, and its use is not without the risk of misuse and addiction. Approximately 17% of people with prescriptions for benzodiazepines like Klonopin misuse them.
When you are addicted to Klonopin, getting help from a formal detox and addiction treatment program is crucial. The best treatment programs offer vital medical and mental health support to ensure you can safely overcome Klonopin addiction.
Our caring, experienced treatment professionals can help you take the first steps towards detoxing and healing. Contact us today to learn how to get treatment for Klonopin addiction at Iris Healing®.
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