CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet)
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dosage for adult who is drinking excessive alcohol
Prscribed chlordiazipoxide 20mg 3times a day. At present having problems with alcohol and still drinking with this medication. I would like to know if this is the correct medication for this situation if so what dosage is approriate.At present side ef...
by K Hughes, 02/19/2006
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet) Drug and Prescription Information
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet)
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet) Medication Classification
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (By mouth)
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet) Brandname
Limbitrol DS, Limbitrol
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet) is used for the Treatment
Amitriptyline (a-mee-TRIP-ti-leen), Chlordiazepoxide (klor-dye-az-e-POX-ide) Treats depression that is associated with anxiety.Chlordiazepoxide belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines.Amitriptyline belongs to a class of drugs called tricyclic antidepressants.
When To Not Use CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet)
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this medicine or to any benzodiazepine (such as Xanax®, Klonopin®, Tranxene®, Serax®, Ativan®) or tricyclic antidepressant (such as Elavil®, Sinequan®, Tofranil®). If you have taken a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor (such as Nardil®, Marplan®, Parnate®) within the past 14 days, You should not use this medicine. You should also not take this medicine if you have just had a heart attack.
How Should You Use CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet)
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- Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
- This medicine can be habit-forming. You should not use more than the prescribed amount or for a longer time than your doctor has ordered. If a dose is missed:
- Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
- Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
Proper CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet) Storage
Store CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages.
- Avoid drugs that can make you sleepy such as sleeping pills, sedatives, muscle relaxants, tranquilizers, or narcotic pain killers.
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet) Warnings
- Check with your doctor before taking if you have glaucoma, difficulty with urination, seizure disorders, an overactive thyroid, or liver, kidney, or heart disease.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
- This medicine may cause drowsiness. If it does, avoid driving a car or operating machinery.
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE/AMITRIPTYLINE (Oral) (Tablet) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Fast or irregular heartbeat
- Numbness or tingling in the hands and feet
- Extreme tiredness, difficulty standing
- Changes in behavior
- Muscle rigidity
- Yellow eyes or skin If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Difficulty urinating
- Vision changes such as difficulty focusing
