Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of pain due to muscle spasm. It improves the movement of muscles and provides relief from pain and discomfort associated with muscle spasms.
Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor.
Using this medicine can cause some common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach upset, sleepiness, weakness, and increased liver enzymes. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away with time, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these side effects.
The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should first consult their doctors before using the medicine.
Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule is banned for children under 12 years of age.
Uses of Citanz Capsule
- Pain due to muscle spasm
Side effects of Citanz Capsule
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 Citanz
- Nausea
- Dryness in mouth
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Weakness
- Sleepiness
- Increased liver enzymes
How to use Citanz Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Citanz Capsule works
Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Nimesulide and Tizanidine which relieve muscle pain. Nimesulide is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Tizanidine is a muscle relaxant. It works by acting on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve the muscle stiffness or spasm.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Citanz Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule, 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.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule to get relief from pain and stiffness in the muscles.
- Take it with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach.
- You may see results within 1.5 to 2 hours after taking Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures.
- Along with taking Citanz 100mg/2mg Capsule, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from muscle pain.
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- ScienceDirect. Nimesulide. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Tizanidine. Hawthorne, New York: Acorda Therapeutics Inc.; 2006]. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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