Myospas TH 4mg Capsule 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Diclofenac 50 mg+Thiocolchicoside 4 mg
Manufacturer
Win Medicare Pvt Ltd
Variant
10 Capsule(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULEMYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is a combination of Diclofenac and Thiocolchico
Uses
OF MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULEIt is used in adults to manage: painful muscle spasms joint pain, back pain, neck pain sprains, sports injury
How It Works
MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE contains two medicines namely diclofenac and thiocolchico
Directions for Use
Always take MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water and do not crush or chew the medicine. MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE should be taken with or after food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you depending upon your age, body weight and health condition.
Side Effects
taking MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE dizziness, headache, spinning sensation, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, stomach pain, flatulence, loss of appetite, increased liver enzymes and skin rashes. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens. USES OF MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULEIt is used in adults to manage: painful muscle spasms joint pain, back pain, neck pain sprains, sports injury HOW MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE WORKSMYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE contains two medicines namely diclofenac and thiocolchicoside. Diclofenac is a pain-relieving medication. It acts by blocking the production of certain chemicals (prostaglandins) in the body that causes pain and inflammation. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant. It relaxes the muscles by blocking the action of certain chemical messengers (GABA) in the brain that causes muscle spasm. As a result, MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE relieves painful muscle spasms associated with inflammatory disease conditions. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways take MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water and do not crush or chew the medicine. MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE should be taken with or after food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULECOMMON dizziness, headache spinning sensation nausea, vomiting indigestion, stomach pain, flatulence, loss of appetite increased liver enzymes skin rashes UNCOMMON fast heartbeat RARE tiredness, sleepiness asthma oedema (swelling of body parts) Stop taking MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: serious allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, or tongue causing difficulty in breathing or swallowing signs of severe skin reactions (such as skin redness, itching, blistering and peeling or skin, red circular patches or pin-point dots with raised bumps accompanied with fever and tiredness) bleeding in the gut (signs include bloody stools or vomits)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYContraindicatedMYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant women, as it may cause harm to unborn baby. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. Women of childbearing age must use a suitable contraceptive method to avoid pregnancy while undergoing therapy with MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedMYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or handle heavy tools or machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE to avoid the risk of side effects. KIDNEYConsult your doctorMYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with kidney failure. It should be used with caution in patients with other kidney diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERConsult your doctorMYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with liver failure. It should be used with caution in patients with other liver diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE if you are allergic to Diclofenac or Thiocolchicoside. LUNGSContraindicatedMYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with asthma attacks. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. HEART DISEASEConsult your doctorMYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with congestive heart failure, or heart attack. It should be used with caution in patients with high blood pressure. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedMYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 16 years) of age. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionMYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSMYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you: have bleeding, holes or ulcers in the stomach or intestines have peripheral arterial disease have problems in blood circulation in the body have allergic rhinitis (repeated sneezing, nasal itching, watery eyes) have urticaria (skin rash with itching) Before taking MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you: have high blood cholesterol levels have diabetes mellitus are a smoker have a history of bleeding inside the brain have a history of stomach ulcer or inflammation particularly if complicated with haemorrhage (bleeding) or perforation have ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease have low blood volume have blood related problems (low RBC, WBC or platelet counts) have bleeding problems have epilepsy (or convulsions)
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: other medicines used for pain relief (Ex. aspirin, celecoxib, ibuprofen) medicines used for blood thinning (Ex. warfarin, clopidogrel, prasugrel) medicines used to reduce blood pressure (Ex. enalapril, olmesartan, losartan) cardiac glycosides used to manage heart failure (Ex. digoxin, digitoxin) potassium sparging diuretics (used to manage potassium loss) such as spironolactone, aldosterone medicines used to manage bacterial infection (such as trimethoprim, ciprofloxacin, ofloxacin, levofloxacin or moxifloxacin) medicines used to manage fungal infections (such as voriconazole) medicines used to reduce blood sugar levels (such as glibenclamide, glycoside, and tolbutamide) oral corticosteroids (used to manage pain and inflammation) Ex. dexamethasone SSRI (used to manage depression) Ex. citalopram, fluoxetine, sertraline immunosuppressants (used to suppress immune function) Ex. cyclosporin, tacrolimus colestipol, colestyramine (medicines used to control blood cholesterol levels) diuretics (used to increase urine output) Ex. furosemide lithium (a medicine used to manage mental illness) methotrexate (a medicine used to manage auto-immune diseases or cancer) mifepristone (birth control pill) phenytoin (a medicine used to manage fits) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE, contact your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdosage might include nausea, vomiting, upper stomach pain, headache, gastrointestinal bleeding, diarrhoea, disorientation, excitation, coma, drowsiness, dizziness, tinnitus, hypotension, respiratory depression, fainting, and convulsions. SYNOPSIS Drug : Diclofenac, Thiocolchicoside Pharmacological Category : Preferential COX-2 Inhibitor, Muscle Relaxants Therapeutic Indication : Muscle pain and spasm, Joint pain Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule, Injection, Solution MORE INFORMATION Keep MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE out of reach of children Store MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Myospas TH 4mg Capsule 10'S.
Can a higher dose of MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE improve my disease condition?
No. Do not take a higher dose of MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE without consulting your doctor as it may lead to increased risk of unwanted side effects. Only use the dose prescribed to you by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. If the prescribed dose does not result in effective pain relief, consult your doctor for advice.
Can MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE manage arthritis?
No. MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE can only be used to relieve pain caused due to arthritis and cannot manage arthritis. Your doctor may prescribe you other medicines along with MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE to help to manage your disease condition.
How long should I need to take MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE?
It is not advisable to take MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE for more than 7 days, especially while taking at higher doses. Strictly follow the instructions given by your doctor regarding the duration of the therapy.
Can I stop taking MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE once my pain is relieved?
Yes. MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE can be discontinued from use once pain is relieved. However, consult your doctor before doing so, as stopping MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE too early may cause the pain to come back.
Who should take MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE and who should not?
MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE should be used under medical supervision. Do not take MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE if you have asthma or bleeding or perforations in the gut. Consult your doctor before taking MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or breastfeeding. Before taking MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you have any problems in your liver, liver, kidney, heart, or stomach. You much also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood cholesterol, allergic conditions, fits or bleeding problems as a precaution.
Can MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE be taken with vitamin B12 supplements?
MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE can be taken together with vitamin supplements as vitamins tends to improve healing of inflammation and reduces pain. However, consult your doctor before taking.
For what conditions MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is prescribed?
MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is given for relieving musculoskeletal pain associated with muscle spasms.
Is MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE safe for pregnant women?
MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it may cause harm to the unborn baby. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before taking.
Can I take MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE with antibiotics?
MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE may interact with certain antibiotics (such as trimethoprim, ciprofloxacin, ofloxacin, levofloxacin or moxifloxacin) and may produce an altered response. Inform your doctor about the medicines which you use currently.
Is MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE a painkiller?
MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is an anti-inflammatory medicine with pain relieving properties. It helps in reducing pain and swelling while relaxing the muscles. It can be used for reducing pain caused due to muscle contraction or inflammatory bone conditions.
Does MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE make you feel sleepy?
MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE may rarely make you feel sleepy. If you feel drowsy/sleepy, do not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines. Avoid consuming alcohol or taking other medicines that can sedate your brain easily such as antidepressants (Ex. citalopram, sertraline). Consult your doctor if you continue to feel sleepy that interferes with your day-to-day activities.
Is MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE addictive?
MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is not a habit-forming medicine. However, you might feel better that only if you take MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE. This is because, MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE can only reduce pain caused due to inflammatory conditions. It cannot manage the actual cause of the pain. And so, if you stop taking MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE, your pain may reappear once again. To avoid this, take MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE only as advised by the physician for the stipulated duration.
Is MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE a steroid?
No. MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is not a steroid. It contains Diclofenac which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug and thiocolchicoside which is a muscle relaxant. They act by blocking the production of certain chemicals in the body that causes pain, inflammation, and muscle spasms. As a result, it relaxes skeletal muscles and reduces pain associated with musculoskeletal disorders such as muscle spasm, arthritis etc.
Can MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE be used in children?
No. MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE is strictly not recommended for use in children aged below 18 years. Children above this age group must also consult their doctor before taking MYOSPAS TH 4MG CAPSULE.
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
25 Feb 2023