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Normaxin Tablet 20's

Normaxin Tablet 20's

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Synonym

CLIDINIUM+CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE+DICYCLOMINE

Manufacturer/Marketer

Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Normaxin Tablet

Normaxin Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, peptic ulcers, enterocolitis (swelling in the intestine), and symptoms related to intestinal infection. Irritable bowel syndrome is a common disease that affects the large intestine. Peptic ulcers are sores that develop on the lining of the stomach and intestine due to erosion of the stomach protective lining.
 
Normaxin Tablet is a combination of three drugs, namely: Clidinium (anti-cholinergic), Chlordiazepoxide (benzodiazepine), and Dicyclomine (anti-cholinergic). Clidinium works by reducing stomach acid and decreases intestinal spasms. Dicyclomine helps in decreasing stomach cramps and spasms. Chlordiazepoxide decreases abnormal activity in the brain. 
 
You are advised to take Normaxin Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as weakness, tiredness, dry mouth, nausea, constipation, and drowsiness. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
 
Avoid taking Normaxin Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, as it may cause birth defects. Normaxin Tablet may pass into breastmilk, so avoid taking Normaxin Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Normaxin Tablet may cause drowsiness, blurred vision or vision changes, do not drive or handle machinery unless you are alert. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Normaxin Tablet as it may cause increased drowsiness. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines you are taking, including prescription, non-prescription medicines and herbal supplements.

Uses of Normaxin Tablet

Treatment of Irritable bowel syndrome, peptic ulcers and enterocolitis.

Medicinal Benefits

Normaxin Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, peptic ulcers, enterocolitis (swelling in the intestine), and symptoms related to intestinal infection. Normaxin Tablet is a combination of three drugs, namely: Clidinium, Chlordiazepoxide and Dicyclomine. Clidinium and Dicyclomine belong to a group of medicines called anticholinergics, whereas Chlordiazepoxide belongs to a group of medicines called benzodiazepine. Clidinium works by reducing stomach acid and decreasing intestinal spasms. Dicyclomine helps in decreasing stomach cramps and spasms. Chlordiazepoxide decreases abnormal activity in the brain. 

Directions for Use

Take Normaxin Tablet preferably before meals at bedtime or as advised by the doctor. Swallow Normaxin Tablet as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Normaxin Tablet

  • Weakness
  • Tiredness
  • Dry mouth
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Sleepiness
  • Blurred vision
  • Drowsiness

Drug Warnings

Do not take Normaxin Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking Normaxin Tablet if you have glaucoma, enlarged prostate, bladder neck obstruction, vision problems, urination problems, depression, liver and kidney problems, if you are 65years or older, if you use opioid (narcotic) medicines such as codeine, hydrocodone, hydromorphone, methadone, morphine, oxycodone, and tramadol. Normaxin Tablet may be habit-forming, so inform your doctor if you have a history of drug addiction or abuse. Please do not stop taking Normaxin Tablet on your own as it might cause withdrawal symptoms. Avoid taking Normaxin Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, as it may cause congenital disabilities (birth defects). Normaxin Tablet may pass into breastmilk, so avoid taking Normaxin Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Normaxin Tablet may cause drowsiness, blurred vision or vision changes, do not drive or handle machinery unless you are alert. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Normaxin Tablet as it may cause increased drowsiness. Normaxin Tablet should not be given to children as safety and effectiveness were not established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Normaxin Tablet may interact with pain killers (codeine, hydrocodone, hydromorphone, methadone, morphine, oxycodone, tramadol, acetaminophen), blood thinner (warfarin), anti-psychotic (chlorpromazine, fluphenazine, thioridazine), anti-depressants (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine, duloxetine, fluoxetine, sertraline), muscle relaxant (cyclobenzaprine), anti-convulsant (pregabalin, gabapentin), anti-anxiety (alprazolam), antihistamine (cetirizine, diphenhydramine), anti-hypertensive (metoprolol), anti-spasmodic (hyoscyamine), anti-diarrhoeal (loperamide), and anti-emetic (promethazine).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Normaxin Tablet as it may cause increased drowsiness. 

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat), gastrointestinal obstruction, glaucoma, infectious diarrhoea, acute alcohol intoxication, drug dependence, autonomic neuropathy (nerve damage), respiratory depression, seizures, prolonged low blood pressure, depression, psychoses, obesity, high blood pressure, porphyria, fever, or tardive dyskinesia (uncontrollable movements of the face).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CODEINE
  • HYDROCODONE
  • MORPHINE
  • METHADONE
  • OXYCODONE
  • TRAMADOL
  • ACETAMINOPHEN
  • WARFARIN
  • CHLORPROMAZINE
  • FLUPHENAZINE
  • THIORIDAZINE
  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • PHENELZINE
  • SELEGILINE
  • TRANYLCYPROMINE
  • DULOXETINE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • CYCLOBENZAPRINE
  • PREGABALIN
  • GABAPENTIN
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • CETIRIZINE
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • METOPROLOL
  • HYOSCYAMINE
  • LOPERAMIDE
  • PROMETHAZINE

Habit Forming

Yes

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat smaller meals more often.

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

  • Maintain a healthy weight by regular exercising.

  • Avoid carbonated and caffeinated beverages.

  • Practise relaxation techniques and avoid stress by doing yoga or meditation.

  • Avoid foods such as high-fat food, spicy food, chocolates, citrus fruits, pineapple, tomato, onion, garlic, tea and soda. 

  • Avoid deep-fried and spicy foods.

  • Foods containing probiotics may help in providing relief from gas and bloating.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): It is a common disease that affects the large intestine. IBS is also known as irritable colon, spastic colon, spastic colitis, and mucous colitis. An irritable bowel syndrome is a group of intestinal symptoms that occur together. The exact cause is unknown, but common causes of IBS are acidity, stress, carbonated foods and beverages, irregular hormone levels, certain food and medications. Symptoms include abdominal pain, cramps, bloating, gas, constipation, and/or diarrhoea. 

Peptic ulcers: Peptic ulcers are sores that develop on the lining of the stomach and intestine due to erosion of the stomach protective lining. Symptoms include nausea, changes in appetite, bloody or dark stools, unexplained weight loss, vomiting, and indigestion. 

Enterocolitis: It is an inflammation of the digestive tract caused by bacteria, virus, parasites, fungus, or other causes. Symptoms include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, mucus-like discharge from the rectum and diarrhoea.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Normaxin Tablet as it may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Consult your doctor before taking Normaxin Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, as Normaxin Tablet may cause birth defects/congenital disabilities.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Normaxin Tablet is excreted in small amounts in breast milk. Breastfeeding mothers should not take Normaxin Tablet .

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Driving

Unsafe

Normaxin Tablet may cause drowsiness, blurred vision or vision changes. Do not drive or handle machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Normaxin Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Normaxin Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Normaxin Tablet should not be given to children as safety and effectiveness were not established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Systopic Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., 101, Pragati Chambers, Commercial Complex, Ranjit Nagar, New Delhi-110008
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FAQs

Normaxin Tablet is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, peptic ulcers, enterocolitis (swelling in the intestine), and symptoms related to intestinal infection.
Normaxin Tablet is a combination of three drugs, namely: Clidinium (anti-cholinergic), Chlordiazepoxide (benzodiazepine) and Dicyclomine (anti-cholinergic). Clidinium works by reducing stomach acid and decreases intestinal spasms. Dicyclomine helps in decreasing stomach cramps and spasms. Chlordiazepoxide decreases abnormal activity in the brain.
Constipation might be a side-effect of Normaxin Tablet . Drink enough fluids and eat fibre-rich food if you experience constipation. Consult your doctor if the condition persists or worsens.
Please do not stop taking Normaxin Tablet on your own as it might cause withdrawal symptoms such as fits, shaking, muscle cramps, stomach cramps, depression, vomiting, sleeping problems, and sweating. Consult your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Normaxin Tablet , the doctor may gradually reduce the dose.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Normaxin Tablet . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.
Irregular menstrual cycle might be a side-effect of Normaxin Tablet . Consult your doctor if you miss your periods or if you have irregular periods while taking Normaxin Tablet .
Normaxin Tablet may be a habit-forming, especially in people with a history of drug addiction or abuse and in those who are alcoholic. Take Normaxin Tablet only as prescribed by the doctor. Do not share Normaxin Tablet with others.

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