Thiocolchicoside + Diclofenac
INFORMATION ABOUT THIOCOLCHICOSIDE + DICLOFENAC
Thiocolchicoside + Diclofenac Uses
Thiocolchicoside+Diclofenac is used in the treatment of pain due to muscle spasm.
How Thiocolchicoside + Diclofenac works
Thiocolchicoside + Diclofenac is a combination of two medicines: Thiocolchicoside and Diclofenac, which relieves muscle pain. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm and improve movement of muscles. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Common side effects of Thiocolchicoside + Diclofenac
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
Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Vertigo, Rash, Increased transaminase level in blood
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28 Jun 2022 | 12:27 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Thiocolchicoside + Diclofenac
- Thiocolchicoside + Diclofenac helps relieve pain and muscle spasm that may occur due to strains, sprains, and muscle injuries.
- It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Thiocolchicoside + Diclofenac as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Frequently asked questions for Thiocolchicoside + Diclofenac
Thiocolchicoside+Diclofenac is usually used for short term and can be discontinued when your pain is relieved. However, Thiocolchicoside+Diclofenac should be continued if you are advised by your doctor to do so.
Yes, the use of Thiocolchicoside+Diclofenac can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
Yes, long-term use of Thiocolchicoside+Diclofenac can cause damage to the kidneys. Normal kidneys produce a chemical called prostaglandins that protect them from damage. Use of painkillers lowers the levels of prostaglandins in the body leading to kidney damage on long-term use. Use of painkillers is not recommended to patients with underlying kidney disease.
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having some serious side effects and toxicity. If you experience increased severity of your symptoms, that are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
The use of Thiocolchicoside+Diclofenac is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. The use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcers or in patients with active, recurrent stomach ulcer/ bleeding. Its use should also be avoided in a patient with a history of heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.