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PRESTIFEN MR TABLET

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Product introduction

PRESTIFEN MR TABLET is a combination medicine 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.

PRESTIFEN MR TABLET may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. It can be taken with or without food. You should take it strictly as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for longer duration than recommended by your doctor.

Using of this medicine may cause few common side effects such as nausea, indigestion, stomach pain, weakness, dizziness, and sleepiness. If you experienced any such side effects that do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent them.

The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. Let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.

Uses of Prestifen MR Tablet

  • Pain due to muscle spasm

Benefits of Prestifen MR Tablet

In Pain due to muscle spasm

PRESTIFEN MR TABLET treats pain due to muscle spasm by relaxing stiff muscles. It also reduces swelling in the muscles. Altogether, it helps in easy movement and reduces discomfort. Once you see some improvement, you can start doing therapy exercises (such as walking or breathing exercises) that will help you get your strength back more quickly.
PRESTIFEN MR TABLET also does not cause much sleepiness due to the presence of Caffeine in it. As a result, you can do your daily activities more easily.

Side effects of Prestifen MR 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 Prestifen MR

  • Nausea
  • Indigestion
  • Stomach pain
  • Weakness
  • Dizziness
  • Sleepiness
  • Heartburn

How to use Prestifen MR 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. PRESTIFEN MR TABLET may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Prestifen MR Tablet works

PRESTIFEN MR TABLET is a combination of two pain relievers (Paracetamol, Ibuprofen) and a muscle relaxant (Chlormezanone). The pain relievers work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). The muscle relaxant works on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm and improve movement of muscles.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with PRESTIFEN MR TABLET.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of PRESTIFEN MR TABLET during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
PRESTIFEN MR TABLET is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether PRESTIFEN MR TABLET alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
PRESTIFEN MR TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of PRESTIFEN MR TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of PRESTIFEN MR TABLET is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Long term use of this medicine can affect the kidney function.
Liver
CAUTION
PRESTIFEN MR TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of PRESTIFEN MR TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of PRESTIFEN MR TABLET is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Prestifen MR Tablet?

If you miss a dose of PRESTIFEN MR 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed PRESTIFEN MR TABLET to get relief from pain and stiffness in the muscles.
  • It is better to take it with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach.
  • You may see results within 1.5 to 2 hours after taking PRESTIFEN MR TABLET. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking PRESTIFEN MR TABLET as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures.
  • Along with taking PRESTIFEN MR TABLET, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from muscle pain.

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Patient concerns

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Neck pain when I move my neck a bit. I think it's due to exercise and gyming .
Dr. Sunil Tripathi
Physiotherapy
It might be muscle soreness or muscle spasm due to improper Posture or overuse of musclesConsult a Physiotherapist in your area
sir/madam i have pain in my testical(in left side) it slept at 4am. when I woke up it was paining since 2 days it may be due to cold and there is no swelling. may be little bit.
Dr. Shyam Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Hello PATIENT to 1mg. Your pain may be due to cold spasm or tortion. If pain persist please visit surgeon and examined.
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