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Onfi/Clobazam Side Effects
Sun, 12/08/2019 - 15:30Topic: Medication Issues
Hi,
I was wondering if anyone takes Onfi, aka Clobazam, to control epilepsy? I'm on 10 mg and have been experiencing some side effects, mostly extreme drowsiness and fatigue, and also a drop in mood, since I started it 5 days ago. I often feel very sedated and a bit down, kind of depressed, more so than is normal for my usually upbeat personality. Has anyone taken Onfi before? What kind of side effects did you have and how long until they disappeared?
I was on Keppra last month but had such a terrible reaction to that that I was hospitalized and weaned off immediately. I am not on a mix of Carbatrol and Onfi, and so far it's been going well with the Onfi, with only minimal side effects.
Thanks for taking the time!
Alma
Comments
Hi, Thank you for posting. As
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 2019-12-09 - 09:26
Hi, Thank you for posting. As Michael shared with his experience with Onfi, treatment and how your body may react to certain medications varies for each individual. It’s important that you’re following- up with your healthcare team to determine what individual treatment plan is best for you and if you experience any changes side effects, symptoms, seizure types, frequency and behaviors.The goal of treatment with medicines should be –No Seizures and No Side Effects. However, we know that some individuals may experience too many side effects, that are very bothersome or cause other health problems. To learn more about medications you take, please visit: https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/treating-seizures-and-epilepsy/seizure-and-epilepsy-medicines/side-effectsIt may be helpful to keep a journal or diary. My Seizure Diary: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/epilepsy-foundation-my-seizure-diaryis a great tool for identifying & tracking seizures, setting reminders,managing medications & side effects, setting reminders, recording medical history, moods, behaviors, triggers,and other personal experiences, that may affect seizures and wellness, which can be shared with your healthcare team. Additionally, you may always contact our 24/7 Helpline, where trained information specialists are available to answer your questions, offer help, hope, support, guidance, and access to national and local resources. 1-800-332-1000, or contactus@efa.org. epilepsy.com/helpline
I was on Onfi in 2013 for
Submitted by birdman on Sun, 2019-12-08 - 20:09
I was on Onfi in 2013 for five months and I only tried it at 5 mg. During that time I noted lost sleep, stomach pain after taking Onfi with food, and I was more irritable and aggressive (which is a common side effect for me from many anti seizure drugs). I think the sleep loss and irritability only lasted a few days after I discontinued.Mike