Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet is a muscle relaxer. It provides relief from the discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions such as rigidity, tension, stiffness, and muscle spasms.
Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. Generally, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.
Some common side effects of this medicine include sleepiness, dizziness, weakness, and stomach upset. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. Generally, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.
Some common side effects of this medicine include sleepiness, dizziness, weakness, and stomach upset. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Uses of Parafon Dsc Tablet
- Muscle relaxation
Benefits of Parafon Dsc Tablet
In Muscle relaxation
Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet is a muscle relaxant that is used to relieve rigidity, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect skeletal muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for such symptoms. It effectively relieves muscle stiffness or spasm, thereby improving muscle movement.
Take Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Take Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Side effects of Parafon Dsc 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 Parafon Dsc
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Upset stomach
How to use Parafon Dsc 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. Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Parafon Dsc Tablet works
Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm without reduction in strength. This improves pain and movement of muscles.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Parafon Dsc Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Parafon Dsc 500mg 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.
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Quick tips
- Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
- Take it with or after food or a glass of milk.
- Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Denzoxazolone Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Skeletal muscle relaxant- Centrally acting
Interaction with drugs
Taking Parafon Dsc with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Chlorzoxazone may raise blood levels of the active form of Isoniazid.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observ
Disulfiram may raise blood levels of Chlorzoxazone.
watch out for symptoms such as fatigue, sedation or headaches and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust t
Chlorzoxazone may raise blood levels of Lemborexant.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Piperaquine may reduce blood levels of Chlorzoxazone.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Midostaurin may affect blood levels of Chlorzoxazone.
If concurrent use is essential, please report if you experience any unusual/unexpected symptom.
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Parafon Dsc Tablet for?
Muscle relaxa*
88%
Others
12%
*Muscle relaxation
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
78%
Average
22%
What were the side-effects while using Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet?
Weakness
33%
Sleepiness
33%
No Side Effec*
33%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Parafon Dsc Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet on price
Average
67%
Not Expensive
33%
FAQs
Is Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet a painkiller?
No, Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet is not a painkiller. It is a muscle relaxant that is used to relieve muscle spasms (uncontrolled movements). Muscle spasms can be due to an injury, sprain, or any underlying medical condition affecting the nervous system.
What is Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet used for?
Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet is used to relax muscles and relieve pain and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, and other muscle injuries. It is generally prescribed along with rest and physical therapy.
What happens if I overdose on Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet?
Seek emergency medical help in case of an overdose. Some of the symptoms include shallow breathing, fainting, vomiting, diarrhea, severe drowsiness, headache and muscle weakness.
Does Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet make you sleepy?
One of the most common side effects of this medicine is sedation or sleepiness. It is therefore advisable to avoid driving or operating any machinery if you get these side effects.
Can I take any other painkiller along with Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet?
Always consult your doctor before taking any medications along with Parafon Dsc 500mg Tablet.
When should I see the doctor?
Consult your doctor immediately if you get a light-headed feeling like you might pass out, skin rash, stomach pain, vomiting, fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes, blood in stools, and dark urine.
What should you not take with muscle relaxants?
Muscle relaxants are medications that are used to treat muscle spasms and stiffness. You should not take muscle relaxants with alcohol, anti-depressants, sleeping medications, and herbal supplements such as St. John's wort. Always consult your doctor before taking any medicines; self-medication can be risky.
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- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 257.
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Address: LBS Marg Mulund (West), Mumbai 40080
Country of origin: India
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