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Clidinium

Generic Name
Clidinium
Brand Names
Chlorax, Librax
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C22H26NO3
CAS Number
7020-55-5
Unique Ingredient Identifier
BO76JF850N

Overview

Clidinium is a synthetic anticholinergic agent which has been shown in experimental and clinical studies to have a pronounced antispasmodic and antisecretory effect on the gastrointestinal tract. It inhibits muscarinic actions of acetylcholine at postganglionic parasympathetic neuroeffector sites. It is used for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease and also to help relieve abdominal or stomach spasms or cramps due to colicky abdominal pain, diverticulitis, and irritable bowel syndrome.

Background

Clidinium is a synthetic anticholinergic agent which has been shown in experimental and clinical studies to have a pronounced antispasmodic and antisecretory effect on the gastrointestinal tract. It inhibits muscarinic actions of acetylcholine at postganglionic parasympathetic neuroeffector sites. It is used for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease and also to help relieve abdominal or stomach spasms or cramps due to colicky abdominal pain, diverticulitis, and irritable bowel syndrome.

Indication

For the treatment of peptic ulcer disease and also to help relieve abdominal or stomach spasms or cramps due to colicky abdominal pain, diverticulitis, and irritable bowel syndrome. In combination with chlordiazepoxide, clidinium is indicated to control emotional and somatic factors in gastrointestinal disorders, and is used as adjunctive therapy in the treatment of peptic ulcer, irritable bowel syndrome and acute enterocolitis.

Associated Conditions

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease
  • Acute Enterocolitis

Clinical Trials

No clinical trials found for this drug

FDA Approved Products

Chlordiazepoxide Hydrochloride and Clidinium Bromide
Manufacturer:Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:2.5 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/05/20
NDC:43598-706
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE HYDROCHLORIDE AND CLIDINIUM BROMIDE
Manufacturer:Chartwell RX, LLC
Route:ORAL
Strength:2.5 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/10/05
NDC:62135-696
CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE HCL AND CLIDINIUM BROMIDE
Manufacturer:Micro Labs Limited
Route:ORAL
Strength:2.5 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/04/26
NDC:42571-381
Chlordiazepoxide Hydrochloride and Clidinium Bromide
Manufacturer:Bryant Ranch Prepack
Route:ORAL
Strength:2.5 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/12/05
NDC:72162-1237
Chlordiazepoxide Hydrochloride and Clidinium Bromide
Manufacturer:Bryant Ranch Prepack
Route:ORAL
Strength:2.5 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/08/15
NDC:71335-9764

Singapore Approved Products

CHLOBAX TABLET
Manufacturer:BEACONS PHARMACEUTICALS PTE LTD
Form:TABLET, SUGAR COATED
Strength:2.5 mg
Online:Yes
Approved: 1996/04/19
Approval:SIN08651P
AA PHARMA CHLORAX CAPSULE
Manufacturer:APOTEX INC
Form:CAPSULE
Strength:2.5 mg
Online:Yes
Approved: 1989/06/07
Approval:SIN03049P

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