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Gutrex D, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Peptic Ulcer, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Diverticulitis are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Gutrex D depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gutrex D can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gutrex D go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gutrex D is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Gutrex D related warnings talks about Gutrex D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Gutrex D is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Glaucoma, Prostatitis, Enlarged Prostate are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gutrex D are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Gutrex D with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gutrex D is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Gutrex D is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Gutrex D safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Gutrex D. It is best to stop taking Gutrex D immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Gutrex D safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Gutrex D. Immediately discontinue Gutrex D if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Gutrex D on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gutrex D on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gutrex D on the Liver?
Gutrex D has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gutrex D on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Gutrex D on heart. So it is not known whether taking Gutrex D will cause side effects on heart or not.
Gutrex D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gutrex D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gutrex D habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Gutrex D cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Gutrex D as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gutrex D only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Gutrex D is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gutrex D
There is no information on the effects of taking Gutrex D with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gutrex D
Consumption of alcohol and Gutrex D together may have severe effects on your health.
Gutrex D is a brand name of chlordiazepoxide and it is available in the form of a tablet. It belongs to the class of drug known as benzodiazepines (sedative and hypnotic). It is a prescription drug which is mainly used in the management of anxiety disorders. Gutrex D is also used to control agitation caused by alcohol withdrawal.
Yes, you can take Gutrex D and quetiapine only on your doctor's advice because taking these two drugs together might result in increased side effects such as difficulty concentrating, drowsiness, and dizziness.
Yes, Gutrex D can be used for anxiety because it contains chlordiazepoxide which belongs to the class of benzodiazepines (sedative and hypnotics) that provides relief from anxiety to the patient by increasing the activity of inhibitory neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA).
Yes, Gutrex D is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as ataxia (which is lack of muscle coordination during voluntary movement), drowsiness, and confusion. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Gutrex D contains chlordiazepoxide which works by calming the brain through increasing the activity of an inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) that decreases the abnormal brain activity which provides relief to the patient from anxiety and tension.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Librium® C-IV (chlordiazepoxide HCl)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 401-403