Equirest M Tablet
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Product introduction
Equirest M Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. It relieves cramps, pain and bloating. It works by relaxing the muscles of the stomach or intestines and stops sudden muscle contractions.
Equirest M Tablet can be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important to not stop this medicine suddenly without talking to the doctor.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, constipation, diarrhea, depression, and confusion. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine.
Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Equirest M Tablet can be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important to not stop this medicine suddenly without talking to the doctor.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, constipation, diarrhea, depression, and confusion. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine.
Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Uses of Equirest M Tablet
Benefits of Equirest M Tablet
In Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the large intestine (colon) that usually needs long term management. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea, bloating, flatulence, cramps and stomach pain. Equirest M Tablet relaxes the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine) and relieves these symptoms effectively. Usually, it is used along with other medicines for management of your condition.
Continue taking it for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Continue taking it for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Side effects of Equirest M Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Equirest M
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Dryness in mouth
- Blurred vision
- Difficulty in urination
- Drowsiness
- Impaired coordination
- Confusion
How to use Equirest M Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Equirest M Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Equirest M Tablet works
Equirest M Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Chlordiazepoxide, Clidinium and Milk Of Magnesia. Chlordiazepoxide is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Clidinium is an antispasmodic medicine which relaxes the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). In doing this, it relieves cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Milk Of Magnesia is a laxative that works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, making the stools soft and easier to pass.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Equirest M Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Equirest M Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Equirest M Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Equirest M Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Equirest M Tablet may make you feel drowsy or affect your concentration and this may affect your ability to drive.
As Equirest M Tablet may make you feel drowsy or affect your concentration and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Equirest M Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Equirest M Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Equirest M Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Equirest M Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Equirest M Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Equirest M Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Equirest M Tablet
₹5.87/Tablet
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Fact Box
Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
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Country of origin: India
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