Gutrex D: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Gutrex D Information

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 Benefits & Uses
Gutrex D Dosage & How to Take
Gutrex D Side Effects
Gutrex D Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Gutrex D with Other Drugs
Gutrex D Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Gutrex D
Gutrex D Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Gutrex D Benefits & Uses

Gutrex D is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Gutrex D Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg chlordiazepoxide and 2.5 mg clidinium per capsule
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg chlordiazepoxide and 2.5 mg clidinium per capsule

Gutrex D Related Warnings

Is the use of Gutrex D safe for pregnant women?

Gutrex D may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Gutrex D again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Gutrex D safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gutrex D. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gutrex D on the Kidneys?

Gutrex D may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gutrex D on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Gutrex D on the liver have been reported.

Mild
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.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Gutrex D with Other Drugs

Gutrex D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Morphine

Codeine

Alcohol

Moderate

Diazepam

Clonazepam

Alprazolam

Ethacridine

Gutrex D Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gutrex D unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Glaucoma
Prostatitis
Enlarged Prostate

Frequently asked Questions about Gutrex D

Is this Gutrex D habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Gutrex D. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Gutrex D you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gutrex D should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Gutrex D is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Gutrex D Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Gutrex D

Taking alcohol with Gutrex D can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Gutrex D

Question over 5 years ago

What is Gutrex D?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Gutrex D and quetiapine together?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Gutrex D be used for anxiety?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

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).

Question over 4 years ago

Is Gutrex D safe to use?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Gutrex D work?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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.