Coliwin Tablets
Coliwin Tablets Description
Coliwin Tab is used in the treatment of various abdominal conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (a disorder that affects the intestine where you can experience symptoms such as bloating, gas, c
ramps, loose stools and constipation), peptic ulcers (sores in the lining of your stomach) and enterocolitis (inflammation of the intestine). It is a combination of two medicines, chlordiazepoxide and clidinium. Coliwin Tab may be addictive for some and can cause physical dependence. It is therefore recommended to not exceed the recommended dosage or take it more often than required. Additionally, alcohol should be avoided during the course of the Coliwin Tablet. Do not stop taking Coliwin Tablet suddenly, and if you wish to discontinue this tablet, you should consult your physician at the earliest. Do not use this Coliwin tablet for a condition for which it is not prescribed. You may experience certain side effects such as lethargy, dry mouth, sexual dysfunction, constipation, difficulty in passing urine, restlessness and confusion.
Product Summary
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Contains | Chlordiazepoxide(5.0 Mg) + Clinidium(2.5 Mg) |
Uses | irritable bowel syndrome, peptic ulcers, enterocolitis |
Side effects | lethargy, dry mouth, sexual dysfunction, constipation, difficulty in passing urine, restlessness and confusion |
Uses of Coliwin Tablets
- According to CDSCO, Coliwin Tablet can be used for :
- Treatment of irritable bowel syndrome
- Treatment of peptic ulcer disease
- Treatment of enterocolitis
Contraindications of Coliwin Tablets
- If you are allergic to chlordiazepoxide or clidinium
- If you have glaucoma
- If you have benign prostatic hypertrophy
- If you have any urinary obstruction
- If you have liver impairment
- If you have respiratory depression
Side effects of Coliwin Tablets
- Lethargy
- Dry mouth
- Sexual dysfunction
- Constipation
- Difficulty in passing urine
- Restlessness
- Confusion
Precautions and Warnings of Coliwin Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You develop rashes, blackouts, difficulty in breathing, choking or disorientation after starting this tablet.
- You have blurred vision.
- You have difficulty in passing urine.
- You have liver or kidney issues.
- You are a chronic alcoholic.
- You have a history of medicine abuse or physical dependence.
- You conceive during the course of Coliwin Tab or are planning a pregnancy.
- You experience side effects that are persistent or worsen in time.
Mode of Action of Coliwin Tablets
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Coliwin Tablets
- Coliwin Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
- For optimal pharmacological effects, Take the recommended dosage of Coliwin Tablet at the same time every day for the prescribed duration.
- Do not alter the dosage of Coliwin Tablets unless advised otherwise.
Interactions of Coliwin Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Coliwin Tablets may interact with the following medications; therefore, it is critical that you inform your consulting physician about any medications and supplements you are currently taking:
- Taking strong painkillers like tramadol, fentanyl, and methadone, with Coliwin Tabs can lead to severe sedation, difficulty in breathing and in some cases, even death.
- Taking Coliwin Tabs with antidepressants such as selegiline, phenelzine or rasagiline may cause very high fever, severe fits, palpitations and muscle aches.
- Taking antipsychotics like trifluoperazine, thioridazine, and chlorpromazine can worsen the side effects of Coliwin like dry mouth, confusion, restlessness, and irritability.
- The clinical effects of anti-glaucoma medicines like timolol and latanoprost can be nullified by Coliwin.
- Avoid taking antacids as this can decrease the absorption of Coliwin Tablet from the stomach.
Interactions with food items
- While taking Coliwin, you should avoid the following foods to prevent gastric distress that may worsen the condition:
- Avoid eating spicy food.
- Avoid eating non-vegetarian food.
- Avoid milk products like milk, ice cream, yoghurt if you experience bloating and abdominal discomfort after consuming these products.
- Avoid a high fibre diet if you experience loose motions.
- Abstain from alcohol during the course of your treatment.
- Increase the consumption of fruits and vegetables to provide the body required vitamins and minerals.
Storage and disposal of Coliwin Tablets
Dosage of Coliwin Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Raj Mehta
MBBS
Dr. Jagruti Jain
MBBS, MD, DNB, General Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Will Coliwin Tablets affect my periods?
Q: Can I stop taking Coliwin Tablet suddenly?
Q: What can I do to prevent the drying of my mouth caused by Coliwin Tablet?
References
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 25 February 2022]. Available from:
- Drugs H. Chlordiazepoxide and Clidinium: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2022 [cited 2 March 2022]. Available from:
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- DailyMed - CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE HYDROCHLORIDE capsule [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 2 March 2022]. Available from:
- Chlordiazepoxide [Internet]. Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 2 March 2022]. Available from
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