Drug reference
chlordiazepoxide-clidinium
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Drug class
Gastrointestinal Tract (Combination(GIT))
Mechanism of action
Chlordiazepoxide: Benzodiazepine; depresses all levels of CNS, including limbic and reticular formation, possibly by increasing gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) activity, a major inhibitory neurotransmitter. Clidinium: Anticholinergic agent; elicits antispasmodic and antisecretory effects on GI tract.
Common side effects
- Drowsiness
- Xerostomia
- Ataxia
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity Glaucoma Prostatic hypertrophy Benign bladder neck obstruction Severe respiratory depression
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is chlordiazepoxide-clidinium?
chlordiazepoxide-clidinium belongs to: Gastrointestinal Tract.
How does chlordiazepoxide-clidinium work?
Chlordiazepoxide: Benzodiazepine; depresses all levels of CNS, including limbic and reticular formation, possibly by increasing gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) activity, a major inhibitory neurotransmitter. Clidinium: Anticholinergic agent; elicits antispasmodic and antisecretory effects on GI tract.
What are the common side effects of chlordiazepoxide-clidinium?
Drowsiness, Xerostomia, Ataxia
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