Libritabs Side Effects

Generic name: chlordiazepoxide

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 5, 2025.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Libritabs Side Effects associated with chlordiazepoxide. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Libritabs.

Applies to chlordiazepoxide: oral capsule.

Serious side effects of Libritabs

Along with its needed effects, chlordiazepoxide (the active ingredient contained in Libritabs) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking chlordiazepoxide:

Rare side effects

• fainting
• mood or mental changes
• shakiness and unsteady walk
• unsteadiness, trembling, or other problems with muscle control or coordination

Incidence not known

• abdominal and muscle cramps
• chills
• clay-colored stools
• convulsions
• cough or hoarseness
• dark urine
• difficulty in speaking
• dizziness
• drooling
• fever with or without chills
• general feeling of tiredness or weakness
• headache
• itching
• light-colored stools
• loss of appetite
• loss of balance control
• lower back or side pain
• muscle trembling, jerking, or stiffness
• nausea and vomiting
• painful or difficult urination
• pale skin
• rash
• restlessness
• shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
• shuffling walk
• sleeplessness
• sore throat
• sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
• stiffness of the limbs
• stomach pain
• sweating
• swelling
• trouble sleeping
• twisting movements of the body
• unable to sleep
• uncontrolled movements, especially of the face, neck, and back
• unpleasant breath odor
• unusual bruising or bleeding
• unusual tiredness or weakness
• vomiting of blood
• yellow eyes or skin

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur while taking chlordiazepoxide:

Symptoms of overdose

• change in consciousness
• lack of coordination
• loss of consciousness
• sleepiness or unusual drowsiness

Other side effects of Libritabs

Some side effects of chlordiazepoxide may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Incidence not known

• decreased interest in sexual intercourse
• difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
• inability to have or keep an erection
• increased in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
• increased interest in sexual intercourse
• loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
• menstrual changes
• skin blisters

For healthcare professionals

Applies to chlordiazepoxide: injectable powder for injection, oral capsule, oral tablet.

General adverse events

The most commonly reported side effects were light-headedness, drowsiness, sedation, unsteadiness, and ataxia.^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Common (1% to 10%): Ataxia, balance disorder, confusional state, dizziness, sedation, somnolence, unsteadiness
• Rare (less than 0.1%): Headache, reduced alertness, vertigo
• Frequency not reported: Amnesia, anterograde amnesia, changes in EEG patterns, confusion, depressed level of consciousness, dysarthria, dyskinesia, extrapyramidal symptoms, gait disturbance, syncope, tremor^[Ref]

Other

• Common (1% to 10%): Fatigue
• Frequency not reported: Falls, paradoxical drug reaction, rebound phenomena^[Ref]

Hematologic

• Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Agranulocytosis, bone marrow depression, leukopenia, pancytopenia, thrombocytopenia
• Frequency not reported: Blood dyscrasias^[Ref]

Genitourinary

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Erectile dysfunction, incontinence, menstrual disorder, urinary retention
• Frequency not reported: Minor menstrual irregularities^[Ref]

Ocular

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Blurred vision, diplopia, visual disturbance^[Ref]

Psychiatric

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Libido disorders, numbed emotions
• Frequency not reported: Abnormal behavior, aggression, aggressive outbursts, agitation, anxiety, delusion, dependence, depression, drug abuse, emotional disturbances, hallucinations, inappropriate behavior, increased/decreased libido, insomnia, irritability, nightmares, physical dependence, psychological dependence, psychosis, psychotic disorder, rage, restlessness, sleep disorders, suicidal ideation, suicide attempt, withdrawal^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Rash, skin reactions
• Frequency not reported: skin eruptions^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Gastrointestinal symptoms/upset
• Frequency not reported: Constipation, nausea, salivation altered/changes^[Ref]

Cardiovascular

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Hypotension
• Frequency not reported: Edema^[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

• Very rare (less than 0.01%): Angioedema, anaphylactic reaction
• Frequency not reported: Hypersensitivity^[Ref]

Hepatic

• Frequency not reported: Blood bilirubin increased, hepatic dysfunction, jaundice, transaminases increased^[Ref]

Metabolic

• Frequency not reported: Blood alkaline phosphatase increased, increased appetite^[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

• Frequency not reported: Fractures, muscle weakness^[Ref]

Respiratory

• Frequency not reported: Respiratory depression^[Ref]

Further information

Libritabs side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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