is clonazepam a controlled substance

Taking Rivotril (Clonazepam) with other medicines that causes bruising or respiratory arrest can result in dangerous side effects or death. Ask your doctor before taking a sleeping pill, opioid medication, prescription cough, muscle relaxant or medicine for anxiety, depression or seizures. Other medicines may interact with clonazepam, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins and herbal products. Inform all healthcare providers about all the medicines you are taking and about the medicines you are starting to use or which you are putting off.