Klonopin Side Effects

The documented risks of these drugs are provided so the public can make informed, educated decisions. Klonopin is a benzodiazepine drug (anti-anxiety drug), also known as Clonazepam, Clonex, Iktorivil, Paxam, Rivatril, Rivotril, Solfidin.

To see the total figures from IQVia on the number of people taking antianxiety drugs in the U.S., click here.

Please note: No one should attempt to get off of psychiatric drugs without a doctor’s supervision. To help find medical practitioners in your area, click here.

Also, read the FDA’s Klonopin Medication Guide for more information. MedGuides include “the particular serious and significant public health concern that has created the need for the Medication Guide” and notes “pediatric risks.” (Note: Unfortunately, the FDA MedGuides only work on a desktop, not on a mobile device. Please complain to the FDA to make their public advisories accessible to all. 1-888-INFO-FDA or 1-888-463-6332.)



Klonopin Drug Warnings:

There have been two drug regulatory agency warnings from two countries (New Zealand and United States) on Klonopin (or clonazepam). These include the following (note that some warnings cite more than one side effect, so the list below may not be equal to the total number of warnings):

1 warning on Klonopin causing suicide risk or attempts
1 warning on Klonopin causing metabolic disorders

Klonopin Drug Studies:

There have been six studies done in six countries (Australia, Canada, France, Taiwan, United Kingdom and United States) on Klonopin (or clonazepam). These include the following (note that some studies cite more than one side effect, so the list below may not be equal to the total number of studies):

2 studies on Klonopin causing dementia
1 study on Klonopin causing death or increased risk of death
1 study on Klonopin causing violence
1 study on Klonopin causing homicidal ideation
1 study on Klonopin causing cancer


This brochure is a simple guide that documents the dangerous and deadly side effects of the drugs prescribed to millions of men, women and children diagnosed with bogus mental disorders.