Clidinium: View Uses, Side Effects and Medicines

Clidinium

INFORMATION ABOUT CLIDINIUM

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

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common

Nausea, Weakness, Dizziness, Blurred vision, Dryness in mouth, Sleepiness, Nervousness

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03 Dec 2024 | 09:58 AM (UTC)

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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

Q. What is Clidinium-chlordiazepoxide/Clidinium CDP/Clidinium bromide?

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

Q. Is clidinium-chlordiazepoxide safe?

Clidinium-chlordiazepoxide is safe, if strictly used only as per doctor's instructions

Q. Is Clidinium a controlled drug or a narcotic?

Clidinium is not a controlled drug or narcotic. However, it is always given in combination with chlordiazepoxide which is a controlled drug

Q. How does Clidinium work?

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.