Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium for Irritable Bowel Syndrome User Reviews (Page 3)

• jem...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• November 4, 2020

"This chlordiazepoxide/clidinium is the only drug combo that 'cured' me. I had struggled with IBS for 2 years before my doctor told me about this drug. At first, it was not available in my state, and I had to order it from another state, but then that state stopped it from being used or manufactured there. By that time, thank goodness, Maryland approved the use of this drug, and I have been taking it since 2004. Now I am being told by all the pharmacies in this area that it is on back order and not readily available. I only have a week's worth left and am waiting to hear from my doctor as to what to do or if there is something similar that I can take. I'm scared because I do not want to go back to the IBS symptoms and all the abdominal pain that goes with it. Why the shortage?"

• BLM...
• October 4, 2009

"I tried many different medicines for IBS, and then I found Zelnorm, and it worked till they took it off the market. And then I thought there was nothing I could do but put up with the pain. But then I heard about this medicine from a friend, and I am so glad I did. It is very inexpensive and works great. The pain is completely gone."

• Amo...
• August 29, 2021

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "I used it for almost 20 years now for the IBS. It is perfect during stressful times. Lately, it helped me a lot with prostate pain, but I notice that it shouldn't be taken with an enlarged prostate. I'm so confused! Anyone can help."

• Jes...
• February 11, 2011

"I have been diagnosed with IBS and started taking the generic form of Librax almost 2 months ago. My stomach pain and issues have almost been completely eradicated. This pill definitely improves my quality of life. There are some annoying side effects, including dry mouth, but they are worth it."

• Del...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• May 19, 2023

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "I have been taking Librax for over 40 years. Most of the time, one at night. Foods make me sick to my stomach. I've noticed no side effects with Librax except do not drink alcohol! I did once. Never again. I had 2 beers and felt like I drank 8 and passed out. Librax does the job. No complaints. Anyway, Librax has gotten so expensive. I called CVS and it is now up to $1,500 for 60 pills! My health insurance will not pay for it. I have taken Donnatol, which helped, but I prefer Librax or the generic version. Actually, I cannot find Librax at any pharmacy near me for many years, just the generic. I am a senior citizen and cannot pay $1,500. I do not understand why it is so expensive."

• mzm...
• December 18, 2020

"Chlordiazepoxide with clidinium is the only drug that stopped my symptoms. I do control what I eat and sometimes engage in things I should not eat. Always small amounts. This medicine really improved my life. And a better quality of life."

• j l...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• April 8, 2024

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "I will say I am so grateful to be able to get this medicine (Librax). It is the only thing that helps with the abdominal cramping and pain I have in my upper right side. The side effects are minimal. I only take it when needed."

• ron...
• February 2, 2021

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "According to my physician, he prescribed me Librax 2 times a day for 10 days, which helped a lot for my IBS. But after some days, I had an appointment with my psychiatrist for severe anxiety, to which my psychiatrist prescribed Normaxin for 3 times a day for 10 days and several other anxiety-related tablets. But after the visit to the psychiatrist, I did go to the toilet for 3 continuous days, and on the fourth day (today), I did my work without any issues."

• jkh...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• October 23, 2023

"Librax (chlordiazepoxide/clidinium) is the only med that has helped IBS-D. Diagnosed about 25 years ago. Maintenance of 2 daily works until flare-up, then 4 daily. Anxiety, stress, and some food cause flare-ups. Nothing else has worked! No side effects. Insurance does not cover, use drug cards or coupons. Harder to find either."

• Tec...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 28, 2024

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "This is the ONLY medication that helps for my irritable bowels. I also have acid reflux and anxiety. It is now NOT a controlled substance as it shouldn’t be. I take it before every meal. Bentyl and hyoscamine were way too painful. Librax is gentle to my sensitive system. Yes, I changed my diet and lifestyle too. Ask your doctor, the Valium in it slows the smooth muscle in the colon. Does not get me “high.” Some doctors need to learn more pharmacology. However, you will need prior authorizations because it is not cheap. I fought to get it covered and you should too. I also do not drink alcohol on this medication. So if you cannot stop drinking, this is not for you."

• Hea...
• November 4, 2013

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "Have suffered all my life with IBS. Not diagnosed until 25. Librax saved my life."

• Anonymous
• April 9, 2011

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "Have diarrhea related to irritable bowel syndrome, and Librax has CHANGED my life. The doctor who connected me with this is my angel."

• Mic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 20, 2019

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "I just found that I have IBS-D after going to several doctors. Since I started to take Librax 1 week ago, I feel much better. I take 2 pills every day, I wonder which doses other people take..."

• Anonymous
• June 17, 2019

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "I was wondering why this medication is not FDA approved. It has been out for a long time. Due to that, my insurance will not pay for it."

• Anonymous
• April 14, 2012

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "Works great if taken more than ten minutes before eating. Saved my life, had not eaten solid food for 2 years."

• She...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 13, 2020

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "Took Librax years ago for irritable bowel syndrome. It worked great, but thought it had been discontinued. Is it back available?"

• sch...
• November 18, 2009

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "I have IBS, and I've been taking Librax for about 1.5 months now. I do see a difference. Pain in my stomach and abdomen is gone."

• Ami...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 6, 2012

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "Very much effective."

• Anonymous
• May 5, 2010

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "Made me more constipated, and increasingly so, to the point where I'd go 2-3 days without a bowel motion."

• Adn...
• April 27, 2021

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "Librax works better on me. I have IBS diarrhea and have used many medicines together. But Librax alone can handle IBS better than others."

• cap...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 12, 2021

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "Librax works well for my IBS, the problem is it is becoming so hard to have my pharmacy obtain the medication. What is the problem?"

• Spe...
• March 20, 2018

"I took this Librax in the 70s and 80s, it worked great. I just started it again, the drug is old, and I was told only one company made it now, allowing for the great price hike."

• NW4...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 14, 2022

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "I've never had anything better work like Librax. It's just too bad insurance doesn't like to cover it, so I buy it overseas."

• Lil...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 14, 2021

Chlordiazepoxide / clidinium "Takes the pain away, but leaves me feeling very drowsy and nauseous. But maybe I took too much, IDK. I took one 5/2.5 mg pill."

• Sko...
• December 1, 2010

"I have been using this medicine for about 2 weeks, and now the cramps are starting back up again really bad. I am also on Rifaximin. I am hoping for a change soon."