PRODUCT DETAILS

About Equiliser 5mg Tablet

CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE belongs to a group of medicines called benzodiazepine anxiolytics indicated for the management of anxiety disorders. Additionally, CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE is used for the short-term relief of muscle spasms, symptoms of alcohol withdrawal, anxiety-causing insomnia or distress, and anxiety occurring with mental health problems.

CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE contains ‘Chlordiazepoxide’ which works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger called GABA. This helps in suppressing the excessive and abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain. CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE has a calming effect on various functions of the brain. Thereby, helps in treating anxiety.

Uses of Equiliser 5mg Tablet

Anxiety

Medicinal Benefits of Equiliser 5mg Tablet

CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE belongs to a group of medicines called benzodiazepine anxiolytics. CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE is indicated for the management of anxiety disorders. Additionally, CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE is used for the short-term relief of muscle spasms, symptoms of alcohol withdrawal, anxiety-causing insomnia or distress, and anxiety occurring with mental health problems. CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger called GABA. This helps in suppressing the excessive and abnormal activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Thereby, CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE helps in treating anxiety.

Directions for Use

Take CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE with or without food. If you experience stomach upset, take CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE with food. Swallow CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet. Depending on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE.

Side Effects of Equiliser 5mg Tablet

• Drowsiness
• Light-headedness
• Dizziness
• Sedation
• Slurred speech
• Lack of coordination
• Ataxia (unsteadiness and clumsiness)
• Difficulty in controlling movements
• Dependence

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have reduced blood flow to lungs, breathing problems, obsessional stress, hallucinations, delusions, sleep apnoea (stopping breathing while asleep), severe liver disorder, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), spinal or cerebral ataxia. Inform your doctor before taking CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE if you have long-term lung, kidney or liver disorder, schizophrenia, mania, history of drug abuse or alcoholism. CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE may be habit-forming, so inform your doctor if you have a history of drug addiction or abuse. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines you are taking, including prescription, non-prescription medicines and herbal supplements. Please do not stop taking CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE on your own as it might cause withdrawal symptoms. Avoid taking CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause harm the fetus. CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE may pass into breastmilk, so avoid taking CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE if you are breastfeeding. CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE may cause drowsiness, blurred vision or vision changes; do not drive or handle machinery unless you are alert. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE as it may cause increased drowsiness. CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE should not be given to children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

Drug-Drug Interaction:

CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE may have interaction with pain killers (carisoprodol, hydrocodone, methadone, codeine, morphine), sedative-hypnotic (zolpidem), benzodiazepine (alprazolam, clonazepam, diazepam), anti-hypertensive (metoprolol), anti-depressants (amitriptyline, citalopram, escitalopram, duloxetine), anti-histamine (hydroxyzine), anti-epileptic (phenytoin, phenobarbitone), anti-TB (rifampicin), antacid (cimetidine, omeprazole, disulfiram), muscle relaxant (baclofen), cardiac glycosides (digoxin), vasodilators (hydralazine, minoxidil), blood thinner (warfarin), and diuretic medication (furosemide).