Clidinium
Written By Dr. Lipika Khurana
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)
Clidinium Uses
Clidinium is used in the treatment of abdominal pain.
How Clidinium works
Clidinium is an anticholinergic medication. It works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms), thereby relieving cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort.
Common side effects of Clidinium
Nausea, Weakness, Dizziness, Blurred vision, Dryness in mouth, Sleepiness, Nervousness
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Expert advice for Clidinium
- 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.
Frequently asked questions for Clidinium
Clidinium and chlordiazepoxide is generally given in a combination. CDP stands for chlordiazepoxide. Clidinium bromide is a salt of Clidinium which is used in the medication
Clidinium-chlordiazepoxide is safe, if strictly used only as per doctor's instructions
Clidinium is not a controlled drug or narcotic. However, it is always given in combination with chlordiazepoxide which is a controlled drug
Clidinium belongs to a class of medication call anticholinergics. It works by reducing the secretion of acids and relieving cramps and spasms in the stomach and intestine.