Chlordiazepoxide/Methscopolamine Side Effects

Please note - some side effects for Chlordiazepoxide/Methscopolamine may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

Side Effects of Chlordiazepoxide/Methscopolamine - for the Consumer

Chlordiazepoxide/Methscopolamine

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Chlordiazepoxide/Methscopolamine:

Bloating; blurred vision; clumsiness; confusion; constipation; decreased sweating; difficulty sleeping; dizziness; enlarged pupils; excessive daytime drowsiness; headache; lack of coordination; lightheadedness; nausea; nervousness; unsteadiness.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); changes in heartbeat; decreased urination; decreased sexual ability or desire; diarrhea; difficulty focusing your eyes; fainting; fast heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; involuntary muscle movements; loss of taste; mental or mood changes; overexcitement; overstimulation; pounding in the chest; swelling; unusual weakness; vomiting; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

Side Effects by Body System - for Healthcare Professionals

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects have rarely included skin eruptions.

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included nausea, constipation, and dryness of the mouth.

Genitourinary

Genitourinary side effects have included minor menstrual irregularities and urinary hesitancy.

Hematologic

Hematologic side effects have included blood dyscrasias, including agranulocytosis.

Hepatic

Periodic blood counts and liver function tests are recommended when chlordiazepoxide treatment is prolonged.

Hepatic side effects have rarely included jaundice and hepatic dysfunction.

Ocular

Ocular side effects have included blurring of vision.

Nervous system

The elderly and debilitated may be more susceptible to the side effects of chlordiazepoxide. Drowsiness, ataxia, and confusion have occasionally been reported at the lower dosage ranges.

Nervous system side effects have included drowsiness and confusion. Changes in EEG patterns (low-voltage fast activity) has also been reported during and after chlordiazepoxide treatment. Rarely, syncope has been reported.

Other

Other side effects have rarely included reports of increased and decreased libido.

Other

Edema has been reported during chlordiazepoxide therapy.

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