Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (symptoms include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, and diarrhea or constipation). It prevents the sudden spasm of muscles to relieve stomach pain and cramps. It also promotes easy passage of gas to reduce stomach discomfort.Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is taken without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.The most common side effects are nausea, constipation, memory impairment, blurred vision, dryness in the mouth, difficulty in urination, and coordination impairment. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.Lifestyle modifications like having a fiber-rich diet, avoiding foods that trigger your symptoms, increasing fluid intake, and regular exercise can help you to get better results. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

'- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

- Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

- Driving : UNSAFE

Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.As Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or affect your concentration and this may affect your ability to drive.

- Kidney : CAUTION

Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

- Liver : CAUTION

Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

strip of 10 tablets

Habit Forming :: Yes
Therapeutic Class :: GASTRO INTESTINAL

Treatment of Irritable bowel syndrome

Store below 30?C

Q. Can the use of Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet cause physical dependence?::: Yes, Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet may cause physical dependence as it contains Chlordiazepoxide as one of the ingredients. Physical dependence is defined as the occurrence of a withdrawal reaction following sudden stoppage of the drug or a decrease in dose. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine or if you need to make any change in the dose.| Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?::: The use of Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is not recommended to patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet. Its use is also not advisable in patients of glaucoma, benign prostate enlargement and bladder neck obstruction.| Q. What precautions do I need to take while using Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?::: Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet should not be taken along with opioids-like substances as it contains chlordiazepoxide. Use of opioids along with chlordiazepoxide may cause excessive sedation (state of calm or sleep), respiratory depression and eventually coma or death. Inform your doctor about all the medicines that you are taking if you are advised to take Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet.| Q. What are the symptoms of an overdose of Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?::: Both Chlordiazepoxide and Clidinium show different symptoms of overdose. Chlordiazepoxide can cause sleepiness, reflexes, confusion and coma. Clidinium can cause excessive dryness of mouth, blurred vision, urinary hesitancy and constipation. Inform the doctor in case you take a higher dose and any of these symptoms appear.| Q. Can the use of Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?::: Yes, Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or sleepy. Do not drive, operate any machines, work at heights, or participate in potentially dangerous activities at the start of your treatment. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while you are taking this medicine.| Q. Can the use of Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet cause constipation?::: Yes, the use of Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet can cause constipation. Eat high-fiber foods like vegetables, fruits and cereals, and drink plenty of water. Exercise regularly by engaging in activities like swimming, jogging or going for a walk. Consult a doctor if constipation persists for a long duration.| Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?::: No, avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol can increase the risk of side effects like drowsiness or sleepiness.| Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Clixid D 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?::: Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Sleepiness
Nausea
Constipation
Memory impairment
Dizziness
Blurred vision
Dryness in mouth
Difficulty in urination
Impaired coordination
Depression