What strength does Librax come in?
Librax is available in light green opaque capsules, each containing 5 mg chlordiazepoxide hydrochloride and 2.5 mg clidinium bromide in bottles of 100 (NDC 0187-4100-10), with “LIBRAX® ICN” imprinted on the body of the capsule.
What is Librax 5mg used for?
This medication is a combination of 2 drugs, clidinium and chlordiazepoxide. It is used along with other medications to help treat stomach/intestinal disorders (such as ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, bowel infections).
What drug is comparable to Librax?
Librax Alternatives Compared
| Librax chlordiazepoxide / clidinium | Dicyclomine | Bentyl dicyclomine |
|---|---|---|
| Related Treatment Guide | ||
| Irritable Bowel Syndrome Enterocolitis Peptic Ulcer | Irritable Bowel Syndrome Noninfectious Colitis | Irritable Bowel Syndrome |
How many Librax can you take in a day?
The recommended adult dose of this medication is 1 or 2 capsules taken 1 to 4 times a day. The medication is started with 1 or 2 capsules daily and gradually increased by your doctor until an appropriate dose is reached. No more than 8 capsules should be taken each day.
Can I take Librax long term?
The continued use of benzodiazepines, including chlordiazepoxide hydrochloride/clidinium bromide, may lead to clinically significant physical dependence. The risks of dependence and withdrawal increase with longer treatment duration and higher daily dose.
Is Librax the same as Librium?
Are Librium and Librax the Same Thing? Librax (chlordiazepoxide and clidinium bromide) and Librium (chlordiazepoxide) both contain the benzodiazepine chlordiazepoxide. Librium is used to treat anxiety disorders or alcohol withdrawal.
Can I take 2 Librax at once?
For best results, Librax should be taken 30 minutes to one hour before eating a meal and right before bedtime….Dosage.
| Librax Dosing Recommendations | |
|---|---|
| Adult Enterocolitis | 1 or 2 capsules 3 or 4 times daily before meals and at bedtime |
Can Librax cure gastritis?
Librax is useful in treating gastric disorders such as gastritis, peptic ulcers, and stomach cramps. It helps relieve stomach spasms and flatulence. Librax should be taken at doses recommended by your doctor.
What is the difference between bentyl and Librax?
Bentyl (dicyclomine) and Librax (chlordiazepoxide and clidinium bromide) are prescribed to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Librax is also used to treat stomach ulcers and intestinal disorders. Bentyl is an anticholinergic and Librax is a combination of a benzodiazepine and an anticholinergic/spasmolytic.