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Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet

Prescription Required
Storage
Store below 30°C

Introduction of Avidip M Tablet

Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (symptoms include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, and diarrhea or constipation). It prevents the sudden spasm of muscles to relieve stomach pain and cramps. It also promotes easy passage of gas to reduce stomach discomfort.

Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet1 and Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet2.

Benefits of Avidip M Tablet

In Treatment of Irritable bowel syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the large intestine (colon) that usually needs long term management. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea, bloating, flatulence, cramps and stomach pain. Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet relaxes the muscles in your stomach and gut(intestine) and relieves these symptoms effectively. Usually, it is used along with other medicines for the management of your condition.
Continue taking it for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of Avidip M Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Avidip M

  • Sleepiness
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Memory impairment
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Difficulty in urination
  • Impaired coordination
  • Depression

How to use Avidip M Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or affect your concentration and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Avidip M Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Avidip M Tablet

  • Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is prescribed to give relief from the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.
  • If you are due to have an operation or any dental treatment, please tell the doctor carrying out the treatment that you are taking Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet. This is because it increases the effects of some anesthetics.
  • Inform your doctor if you have an enlarged prostate gland, glaucoma, or trouble passing urine.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • If you are 65 or older, use Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet with care. You could have more side effects.
  • Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is prescribed to give relief from the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.
  • If you are due to have an operation or any dental treatment, please tell the doctor carrying out the treatment that you are taking Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet. This is because it increases the effects of some anesthetics.
  • Inform your doctor if you have an enlarged prostate gland, glaucoma, or trouble passing urine.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • If you are 65 or older, use Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet with care. You could have more side effects.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL

FAQs

Avidip M Tablet

Q. Can the use of Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet cause physical dependence?

Yes, Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet may cause physical dependence as it contains Chlordiazepoxide as one of the ingredients. Physical dependence is defined as the occurrence of a withdrawal reaction following sudden stoppage of the drug or a decrease in dose. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine or if you need to make any change in the dose.

Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?

The use of Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet is not recommended to patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet. Its use is also not advisable in patients of glaucoma, benign prostate enlargement and bladder neck obstruction.

Q. What precautions do I need to take while using Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?

Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet should not be taken along with opioids-like substances as it contains chlordiazepoxide. Use of opioids along with chlordiazepoxide may cause excessive sedation (state of calm or sleep), respiratory depression and eventually coma or death. Inform your doctor about all the medicines that you are taking if you are advised to take Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet.

Q. What are the symptoms of an overdose of Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?

Both Chlordiazepoxide and Clidinium show different symptoms of overdose. Chlordiazepoxide can cause sleepiness, reflexes, confusion and coma. Clidinium can cause excessive dryness of mouth, blurred vision, urinary hesitancy and constipation. Inform the doctor in case you take a higher dose and any of these symptoms appear.

Q. Can the use of Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Yes, Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or sleepy. Do not drive, operate any machines, work at heights, or participate in potentially dangerous activities at the start of your treatment. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while you are taking this medicine.

Q. Can the use of Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet cause constipation?

Yes, the use of Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet can cause constipation. Eat high-fiber foods like vegetables, fruits and cereals, and drink plenty of water. Exercise regularly by engaging in activities like swimming, jogging or going for a walk. Consult a doctor if constipation persists for a long duration.

Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?

No, avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol can increase the risk of side effects like drowsiness or sleepiness.

Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Avidip M 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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References

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  2. Mayo Clinic. Chlordiazepoxide+Clidinium. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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