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MeclonazepamInfo
SummaryA benzodiazepine related to clonazepam discovered by Hoffman-LaRoche in the 1960s. Potentially useful in treating schistosomiasis. Has been sold on the grey market as a recreational drug but has not seen widespread popularity.
DoseOral Light:1.50-3mg Common: 3-6mg Heavy: 6-12mg
Onset20-60 minutes
Duration9-15 hours.
AvoidAll other CNS depressants.
Categoriesbenzodiazepine
habit-forming
depressant
tentative
EffectsAnxiolytic, Sedative, Muscle Relaxant, Amnesia, Dystaxia, Hypnotic.
After-effects1-6 hours.