Acezon Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Chlorzoxazone 250 mg+Paracetamol 300 mg
Manufacturer
East West Pharma
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
NA
Detailed Information
Introduction
ACEZON TABLET is a combination of Chlorzoxazone and Paracetamol which belongs to the group of medicines called Muscle relaxants and Analgesics respectively. It is used to manage muscular pains and spasms. It can also be used to provide relief from joint pain (Ex. osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis), back pain (Ex. ankylosing spondylitis) and neck pain. Take ACEZON TABLET preferably with meals to avoid gut irritation. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it could aggravate the risk of stomach problems. Do not take ACEZON TABLET if you have any ulcers, bleeding or perforations in the gut. Before taking ACEZON TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have asthma, alcoholism, any eating disorder or any disease that ca
Uses
loss of skeletal muscles and fats (such as cachexia) as a precaution. Consult your doctor before taking ACEZON TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The common
How It Works
ACEZON TABLET contains two medicines namely Chlorzoxazone and paracetamol. Chlorzoxazone is a muscle relaxant. It acts by increasing the effects of certain chemical messengers (such as GABA) in the brain and in spinal cord that induces muscle relaxation. As a result, it manages muscle twitching, relieves pain caused due to muscle spasms and improves muscle movement. Paracetamol is a pain-relieving agent. It provides pain relief by blocking the release of certain chemicals (such as prostaglandins) in the body that causes pain, inflammation and swelling. Collectively, these action helps in reducing muscle spasms, joint pain and inflammation.
Directions for Use
Take ACEZON TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. It is preferably taken with meals to avoid gastric irritation. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking ACEZON TABLET are stomach upset and orangish urine. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens. USES OF ACEZON TABLETIt is used to manage: Muscle pain and spasms Joint pain, back pain, neck pain HOW ACEZON TABLET WORKSACEZON TABLET contains two medicines namely Chlorzoxazone and paracetamol. Chlorzoxazone is a muscle relaxant. It acts by increasing the effects of certain chemical messengers (such as GABA) in the brain and in spinal cord that induces muscle relaxation. As a result, it manages muscle twitching, relieves pain caused due to muscle spasms and improves muscle movement. Paracetamol is a pain-relieving agent. It provides pain relief by blocking the release of certain chemicals (such as prostaglandins) in the body that causes pain, inflammation and swelling. Collectively, these action helps in reducing muscle spasms, joint pain and inflammation. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake ACEZON TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. It is preferably taken with meals to avoid gastric irritation. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF ACEZON TABLETCOMMON Stomach upset Orangish or reddish urine RARE drowsiness, dizziness tiredness, excitement skin rash, itching or redness Stop taking ACEZON TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following: signs of severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue causing difficulty in breathing or swallowing, chest tightness, fever, ulcers on the mucous membrane, oral sores) low blood counts causing increased infections and unusual bleeding or bruising signs of liver problem (such as fever, skin rash, lack of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, upper abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing of skin and whites of the eye)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYACEZON TABLET should be used in pregnant women only if it is considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGACEZON TABLET should be used in breastfeeding women only if it is considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you experience dizziness, drowsiness or vision problems after taking ACEZON TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking ACEZON TABLET as it may increase the risk of side effects. KIDNEYACEZON TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with moderate to severe kidney diseases. It should be used with caution in patients with mild kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERACEZON TABLET is not recommended in patients with severe liver problems (such as liver failure). It should be used with caution in patients with mild liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take ACEZON TABLET if you are allergic to Chlorzoxazone or Paracetamol. LUNGSACEZON TABLET is not recommended for use in patients who previous experienced asthma attack or breathing difficulties after taking any pain-relieving medicine. OTHERSACEZON TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have GI bleeding (bloody stools or vomits) have ulcers in the stomach or intestines Before taking ACEZON TABLET inform your doctor if you: are an alcoholic have porphyria (a rare inherited blood disorder) have any eating disorders have cystic fibrosis have HIV infection have starvation (starving without food) have cachexia (loss of skeletal muscles and fat) Use in Pediatrics: ACEZON TABLET is not recommended for use in children aged below 12 years. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before taking it. Use in Geriatrics: ACEZON TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before taking ACEZON TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: medicines used to stop blood clotting (Ex. warfarin, heparin, clopidogrel) cholestyramine (a medicine used to control blood cholesterol levels) medicines used to manage nausea and vomiting (Ex. domperidone, metoclopramide) medicines that can induce sleep (Ex. alprazolam, midazolam, clonazepam, nitrazepam) rifampicin, isoniazid (medicines used to manage tuberculosis) disulfiram (a medicine used to quit alcoholism) medicines used to manage epilepsy (such as carbamazepine, phenobarbitone, phenytoin) primidone (a medicine used to manage mental illnesses) St. John's Wort (an herbal medicine used to manage depression) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more ACEZON TABLET, visit the nearby hospital or consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdosage might include paleness, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, liver damage, low blood sugar levels, edema, bloody urine, loss of protein in urine, dizziness, drowsiness, headache and tiredness. SYNOPSIS Drug : Chlorzoxazone, Paracetamol Pharmacological Category : Mephensin Congeners, Analgesics and Antipyretics Therapeutic Indication : Muscle Pain, Joint Pain, Back pain Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep ACEZON TABLET out of reach of children Store ACEZON TABLET below 25°C
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Last Updated
24 Dec 2022