NORMAXIN TAB

Overview

NORMAXIN TAB is a Schedule H drug.

NORMAXIN TAB is composed of: DICYCLOMINE (10 MG), CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE (5 MG), CLIDINIUM BROMIDE (2.5 MG)

Dicyclomine relieves spasms of the muscles in the stomach and intestines. Dicyclomine is used to treat functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome. Dicyclomine is used in the treatment of abdominal pain.Dicyclomine works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). In doing this, it relieves cramps, pain, bloating,   and discomfort.Dicyclomine is a prescription medication used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This medication belongs to a group of drugs called anticholinergic agents. It relieves intestinal spasms by blocking muscarinic receptors in the digestive tract.
Chlordiazepoxide is a benzodiazepine. Chlordiazepoxide affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with anxiety. Chlordiazepoxide is used to treat anxiety disorders. Chlordiazepoxide may be used short-term to treat anxiety you may have before a surgery. Chlordiazepoxide is also used to treat anxiety or withdrawal symptoms of alcoholism.
 Clidinium Bromide is a Antimuscarinic; synthetic quaternary ammonium.Chlordiazepoxide/clidinium treats irritable bowel syndrome.Clidinium works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). In doing this, it relieves cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort.

Usage

DICYCLOMINE is generally used to treat: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
DICYCLOMINE can address symptoms like: Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Abdomen Pain

CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE is generally used to treat: Anxiety, Alcoholism

CLIDINIUM BROMIDE is generally used to treat: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Peptic Ulcer, Enterocolitis
CLIDINIUM BROMIDE can address symptoms like: Abdomen Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

NORMAXIN TAB is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for NORMAXIN TAB and its Constituents

•  This medication may impair your thinking or alertness. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
•  Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Dicyclomine can decrease your sweating, which can lead to heat stroke in a hot environment.
•  Avoid taking alcohol as it can increase certain side effects of dicyclomine.
• Stop using dicyclomine and call your doctor right away if you have serious side effects such as confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior, fast or uneven heart rate, or if you urinate less than usual or not at all.
• You should not take this medication if you are allergic to dicyclomineTake exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.Dicyclomine is usually taken 4 times each day. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.Take this medicine with a full glass of water.

 Avoid drinking alcohol. Dangerous side effects could occur.

Chlordiazepoxide may impair your thinking or reactions. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medicine will affect you. Dizzinessor severe drowsiness can cause falls or other accidents.

• It should not be taken by patients who are allergic to clidinium.
• Avoid becoming overheated in hot weather. Clidinium increases the risk of heat stroke because it decreases sweating.
• Do not drive or operate machinery as clidinium in combination with other medicines may cause drowsiness and blurring of vision.
• Use with caution in patients with hepatic disease.
• Use with caution in patients with renal disease.
• Cardiovascular effects of anticholinergics may exacerbate hypertension.
  
•  Therapy with anticholinergic agents should be administered cautiously in patients with hypertension.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DICYCLOMINE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Enlarged (dilated) Pupils, Difficulty Breathing, Fever, Dizziness, Difficulty Swallowing, Mood Swings, Irregular Heartbeat, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Fainting
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Confusion

Common Side-Effects

DICYCLOMINE : Dizziness, Asthenia, Fever, Tachycardia, Dry Skin, Dry Mouth, Nausea, Nervousness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Drowsiness, Weakness (generalized)
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE : Drowsiness, Dizziness, Nausea, Constipation, Eyes Blurred Vision, Head Headache
CLIDINIUM BROMIDE : Constipation, Eyes Blurred Vision, Nausea, Weakness (generalized), Dizziness, Drowsiness, Dry Mouth, Nervousness

Serious Side-Effects

DICYCLOMINE : Dry Skin, Hallucination, Irregular Heartbeat, Decreased Sweating, Irregular Heartbeat, Slurred Speech, Mood Swings, Confusion
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE : Mood Swings, Slurred Speech, Body Difficulty Walking, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Face Muscle Twitching (painless), Difficulty Sleeping, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Fatigue (tiredness), Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Throat Soreness, Fever, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Rare Side-Effects

DICYCLOMINE : Anorexia Nervosa, Constipation, Skin Rash, Dysuria, Itchy Skin, Dizziness, Head Headache, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

CLIDINIUM BROMIDE can interfere with: Heart Arrhythmias, Neuropathy, Glaucoma, Tardive Dyskinesia, Diarrhoea, Hypertension, Fever, Psychosis

Technical Classification

DICYCLOMINE is categorized as: ANTICHOLINERGICS/ANTISPASMODICS / FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANXIOLYTICS, SEDATIVES AND HYPNOTICS / ANXIOLYTICS, SEDATIVES, AND HYPNOTICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
CLIDINIUM BROMIDE is categorized as: ANTICHOLINERGICS/ANTISPASMODICS / FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily	58%
2 Times Daily (1-0-1)	17%
3 Times Daily	14%
SOS	6%

What was the Dosage Advised?

1TAB	65%
2.5mg	20%
5mg	10%

Directions with respect to food?

After Food	50%
Before Food	50%

How long was it prescribed?

14 Days	20%
7 Days	19%
30 Days	17%
10 Days	12%
5 Days	9%
42 Days	8%
28 Days	3%
21 Days	3%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

12 to 18yrs	3%
18 to 35yrs	38%
35 to 50yrs	32%
50 to 60yrs	13%
60 to 70yrs	9%
70yrs and above	4%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

50%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Gastroenterologist	79%
Physician	7%
Orthopaedist	6%
Surgeon	5%
Gynaecologist	1%
Cardiologist	1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

RIFAGUT 400MG TAB	15%
LONAZEP-MD 0.25MG TAB	11%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY)

13%

Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?

Small frequent meals (Diet)	14%
Walking (Exercise)	13%

Available Alternatives for NORMAXIN TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

NORMAXIN TAB

INR 17 for 10 TABLETS

DICYCLOMINE 10 MG, CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE 5 MG, CLIDINIUM BROMIDE 2.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

NORMAXIN-RT TAB

INR 24 for 10 TABLETS

RANITIDINE 75 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10 MG, CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE 5 MG, CLIDINIUM BROMIDE 2.5 MG