Chlordiazepoxide + Mebeverine

Dosage Forms Available

• Chlordiazepoxide + Mebeverine is available for oral use in the form of tablets.

• Mebeverine is also available independently for oral use as regular tablets and sustained-release capsules.

• Chlordiazepoxide is also available separately for oral use as tablets.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This combination medicine is primarily intended for adults. It is not generally recommended for use in children or adolescents under 18 years of age.

Contraindications

• This medication is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disease, acute angina (narrowing or blockage of the gut), myasthenia gravis (a condition causing muscle weakness), and porphyria (a group of rare genetic disorders that affect the nervous system).

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with other anti-anxiety medications and sedatives, opioid painkillers (such as morphine and codeine), certain types of antidepressants (such as fluoxetine and sertraline), antihistamines (like cetirizine and loratadine), muscle relaxants, and certain antifungal and HIV medications (such as itraconazole and ritonavir).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Chlordiazepoxide + Mebeverine could lead to extreme drowsiness, confusion, slurred speech, slow reflexes, difficulty breathing, or loss of consciousness. If you suspect an overdose, contact emergency services immediately.

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve after discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor. Here are some tips to manage side effects:

• Drinking plenty of water may help with side effects such as dry mouth and constipation.

• Rest and avoid intense physical activity if feeling drowsy or dizzy.

• If you experience nausea, take the medication with food.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This combination medication may cause drowsiness and dizziness, affecting your ability to drive or operate machinery. Avoid such activities until you know how this medicine affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Chlordiazepoxide + Mebeverine should only be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding if the potential benefits outweigh the risks. Always consult your doctor before starting this medication while pregnant or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• This medication should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver or kidney disease, breathing difficulties, drug or alcohol addiction, depression, and certain blood disorders such as porphyria.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Consuming a high-fibre diet can help manage symptoms of IBS.

• Regular physical activity can help regulate bowel movements and reduce anxiety.

• Limit intake of caffeine, alcohol, and spicy foods as they might exacerbate IBS symptoms.

• Practice stress management techniques like meditation or yoga to help control IBS symptoms triggered by stress.