EPERIFEN SOLO Capsule 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Eperisone 150 mg
Manufacturer
TAS MED INDIA PVT LTD
Variant
10 Capsule(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULEEPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE contains Eperisone, which belongs to the group of medicines called Muscle Relaxants. It is used to manage and improve the myotonic condition of the muscles caused by neck-shoulder arm syndrome (a condition causing muscle pain and stiffness in the neck, arm, and shoulder region), scapulohumeral periarthritis (a condition causing muscle pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint), and low back pain (a painful condition affecting the lower region of the spine due to a muscle or ligament injury). The myotonic condition ca
Uses
wasting and weakness of the muscle when its functional ability to relax is impaired. It is also used to manage spastic paralysis (loss of muscle function along with pain and muscle stiffness) caused by a spinal or neurological disorder, trauma, cerebral palsy, tumour in the spine, etc. EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with liver function disorders. EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE is generally not recommended for use during pregnancy unless recommended by your doctor. EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE is not recommended for use by breastfeeding women. Its safety and efficiency for use in children have not been established. Consult your doctor for advice before taking EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE. The most common
How It Works
EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE works by blocking the voltage-gated sodium channel in the brain stem. As a result, it stops nerve signals and aids in the relaxation of muscles.
Directions for Use
Take EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dose, frequency, and duration of management for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE may include weakness, light-headedness, fatigue, sleepiness, insomnia, headache, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and thirst. Consult your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen or persist. USES OF EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE Manage and improves the myotonic condition (wasting and weakness) of the muscle Manage spastic muscle paralysis HOW EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE WORKSEPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE works by blocking the voltage-gated sodium channel in the brain stem. As a result, it stops nerve signals and aids in the relaxation of muscles. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dose, frequency, and duration of management for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULECOMMON weakness, light-headedness, fatigue sleepiness, insomnia, headache nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and thirst RAREStop taking EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe allergic reaction
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYEPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE is generally not recommended for use during pregnancy unless recommended by your doctor. Contact your doctor before taking EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE. BREASTFEEDINGEPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Contact your doctor before taking EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel weakness, sleepiness, or light-headedness after taking EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE. LIVEREPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with a disorder of liver function. Consult your doctor before taking EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE. ALLERGYEPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Eperisone. OTHERSUse in pediatrics: As its safety and effectiveness in children is not established yet, consult your doctor about the risk and benefits before taking EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE. Use in geriatrics: EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients. Contact your doctor before taking EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: methocarbamol (a medicine used to manage muscle spasms or stiffness) Overdosage: If you or anyone else have accidentally taken too much of EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital as overdosage can result in abnormal heart function. SYNOPSIS Drug : Eperisone Pharmacological Category : Muscle Relaxant Therapeutic Indication : Muscle spasm or pain Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATION keep EPERIFEN SOLO CAPSULE out of reach from children store at room temperature
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
30 Sep 2022