LibraxLibrax Dragees 2.5mg/5mg 30sDragees 30?s works by stabilizing the brain cells and thus reduces the excitability of the brain cells. LibraxLibrax Dragees 2.5mg/5mg 30sDragees 30?s relaxes the smooth muscles of the stomach and intestines and relieves muscle spasms and cramps.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for LibraxLibrax Dragees 2.5mg/5mg 30sDragees 30?s

Blurred vision

Constipation

Dry mouth

Urinary hesitancy

Change in mood severe

Unsteadiness severe

Dizziness

Loss of appetite

Shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet

Restlessness

Skin rash

Uses of LibraxLibrax Dragees 2.5mg/5mg 30sDragees 30?s
What is it prescribed for?

Digestive function disorders
This medicine is used to relieve cramps and abdominal pain associated with the gastrointestinal (the stomach and intestines) disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome, diverticulitis, enterocolitis (inflammation of the small intestine), etc. when these digestive function disorders are associated with excessive tension and anxiety.

Peptic Ulcer
This medicine is used to treat peptic ulcer disease characterized by abdominal pain, burning stomach pain, nausea, feeling fullness, bloating, etc.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

Safe with Alchohol?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects such as confusion, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, weakness, fainting, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol while taking this medicine.

Is it habit forming?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on the clinical condition.

Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on the clinical condition.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to LibraxLibrax Dragees 2.5mg/5mg 30sDragees 30?s or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

Glaucoma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from glaucoma since it may worsen the patient’s condition.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from enlargement of the prostate gland condition, since it may worsen the patient’s condition.

Severe respiratory insufficiency
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from severe respiratory insufficiency since it may worsen the patient’s condition.

Myasthenia gravis
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a history of myasthenia gravis since it may worsen the patient’s condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on the clinical condition.

Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on the clinical condition.

General Warnings

Impaired kidney function
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Liver Diseases
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver function impairment or active liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Report any symptoms such as nausea, fever, rashes, dark urine, etc. to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age unless directed by the doctor.

Seizures
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from seizure disorder due to the increased risk of recurrent seizures. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Driving or operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause symptoms such as dizziness, blurred vision, confusion, drowsiness, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Withdrawal symptoms
Abrupt discontinuation of this medicine may increase the risk of adverse effects, especially if you have been using a high dose for a long duration. A gradual dose reduction is recommended to avoid these reactions. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other medicines
Since this medicine may interact with other medicines and cause severe adverse effects, you are advised to report all your current medicines, including any herbs and supplements, to the doctor before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Antihypertensives moderate

Amitriptyline moderate

Topiramate severe

Zonisamide severe

Potassium Citrate severe

Disease interactions

severe
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with gastrointestinal obstruction diseases such as paralytic ileus, stenosing peptic ulcer, pyloric obstruction, esophageal stricture or stenosis, etc. due to the risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. An alternative treatment option should be considered based on the clinical condition.

severe
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with glaucoma due to the risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. An alternative treatment option should be considered based on the clinical condition.

severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from irregular heartbeats due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of heart function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

severe
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with urinary tract obstruction disorders like prostatic hypertrophy. Inform the doctor if you have any urinary tract disorders before receiving this medicine. An alternative treatment option should be considered based on the clinical condition.

severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of Tardive Dyskinesia due to the increased risk of recurrent symptoms. Report any symptoms such as uncontrolled movements of the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, hands, feet, etc. to your doctor immediately. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

severe
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with infectious diarrhea due to the risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. An alternative treatment option should be considered based on the clinical condition.

moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with high blood pressure due to the risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of blood pressure is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from seizure disorder due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

moderate
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of depression or other psychiatric disorders due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

References

practo –
Chlordiazepoxide + Clidinium [Internet].
Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/colinorm-tablet-55113
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2019