Clonazepam, marketed under the brand name Klonopin, is a prescription medication belonging to the benzodiazepine class. It is primarily used to treat seizures, panic disorder, and certain anxiety disorders.
Clonazepam works by enhancing the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter in the brain that reduces abnormal brain activity. This helps in controlling seizures and alleviating symptoms of anxiety and panic disorders.