Chlordiazepoxide + Trifluoperazine

Take Chlordiazepoxide + Trifluoperazine 1-4 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.

Yes, Chlordiazepoxide + Trifluoperazine causes withdrawal symptoms when the drug is suddenly discontinued after long-term treatment. These withdrawal symptoms can include seizures, dysphoria (unease or dissatisfaction), vomiting, sweating, uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body, stomach or muscle cramps, anxiety, or difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.

Take Chlordiazepoxide + Trifluoperazine as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Using this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to drug dependence.

Yes, Chlordiazepoxide + Trifluoperazine can make you sleepy because it crosses the blood-brain barrier (a membrane that prevents the drugs from entering into the brain). After entering into the brain this drug calms the brain by increasing the activity of inhibitory neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) that results in drowsiness. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Chlordiazepoxide + Trifluoperazine to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.

Yes, Chlordiazepoxide + Trifluoperazine might cause dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.