Logirex is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Diverticulitis.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Logirex. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Logirex have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Logirex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Logirex is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Logirex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Logirex related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Glaucoma, Prostatitis in Hindi, Enlarged Prostate must refrain from the use of Logirex since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Logirex have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Logirex may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Logirex is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Logirex is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Is the use of Logirex safe for pregnant women?
Logirex can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Logirex right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Logirex safe during breastfeeding?
Logirex can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Logirex on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Logirex on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Logirex on the Liver?
Side effects of Logirex rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Logirex on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Logirex on the heart, information on safety of Logirex for the heart is unavailable.
Logirex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Logirex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Logirex habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Logirex cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Logirex as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Logirex is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Logirex for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Logirex
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Logirex with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Logirex
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Logirex as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can take Logirex and alprazolam 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.
Take Logirex 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.
Logirex 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.
Yes, Logirex 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.
Yes, Logirex 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 Logirex to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Librium® C-IV (chlordiazepoxide HCl)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 401-403
