Myospas D Tablet
About Myospas D Tablet
Myospas D Tablet is primarily prescribed to provide relief of discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions. It is helpful in improving muscle movement and provides relief from the discomfort and pain associated with spasm.
Myospas tablet is a multi-drug composition, comprised of Diclofenac and Metaxalone. It treats rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylosis and severe menstrual pain. This medication works by obstructing the production of cyclooxygenase, which synthesizes the compound called prostaglandin.
This compound is responsible for symptoms of arthritis such as pain, swelling and inflammation. Thus, this medication is effective in providing pain relief. Notify physician of dark urine, pale stools, yellowing of eyes, severe nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain
It is advisable to take this medication only under the guidance and recommendation of a medical practitioner. Do not skip your dose. People who are about to undergo a bypass heart surgery or have an allergy to other anti-inflammatory painkillers should not take tablet.
Consult your doctor if you suffer from disorders such as heart disease, heart attack, hypertension, stroke, high cholesterol levels, diabetes, asthma or bleeding disorder.
What are the uses of Myospas D Tablet
Pain Relief
What are the contraindications of Myospas D Tablet ?
Peptic Ulcer
Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (Cabg)
What are the side effects of Myospas D Tablet ?
Heartburn
Loss Of Appetite
Key highlights of Myospas D Tablet
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect typically lasts for an average of 1-2 hours. However, the time might vary depending upon the dosage form administered.
What is the onset of action?
The effect can be observed within 10-30 minutes of consumption.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Consult your doctor if you are a breastfeeding women.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.
Is It safe with alcohol?
It is unsafe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
This medicine might affect the consciousness of the patient and thus the patients ability to drive.
Does this affect kidney function?
Caution must be taken while using this medicine in patients with kidney disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Does this affect liver function?
Caution must be taken while using this medicine in patients with liver disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Myospas D Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Myospas D Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Flexalone D 50Mg/400Mg Tablet
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- Mobiswift-D Tablet
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- Myospaz D Tablet
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What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. However, the missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for the next dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
How does this medication work?
This tablet inhibits an enzyme named Cyclooxygenase which is responsible for the formation of prostaglandin. Prostaglandin is a major contributor to the process of inflammation and pain sensation in the body. It also works by relaxing the skeletal muscles. The drug’s precise mechanism of action has not been established on humans. But, it is believed that it works by suppressing the CNS.
What are the interactions of Myospas D Tablet ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Medicine
Interaction with Disease
FAQs about Myospas D Tablet
Ques : What is Myospas d tablet?
Ans : Myospas Tablet acts as an anti-inflammatory painkiller. This non-steroidal drug is used to alleviate symptoms of arthritis such as inflammation, pain, fever, and swollen joints. It contains Diclofenac and Metaxalone as active ingredients. Myospas D Tablet works by blocking the action of enzyme cyclooxygenase, which is required for the biosynthesis of prostaglandins; decreasing pain sensations and relaxes the muscles.
Ques : What are the uses of Myospas d tablet?
Ans : Myospas is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like relieve muscle spasm, relief of the pain of osteoarthritis of knees and hands, muscle relaxation, and migraine.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of Myospas d tablet?
Ans : Side effects include application site dermatitis, pruritus, erythema, and paresthesia. Apart from these, using this medicine may further lead to application site dryness, vesicles, irritation, and papules. If any of these symptoms occur often or on daily basis, a doctor should be urgently consulted.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Myospas d tablet?
Ans : This tablet should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.
Ques : How long do I need to use Myospas D Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?
Ans : It is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.
Ques : What are the contraindications to Myospas D Tablet?
Ans : This medication should not be used if you have the conditions such as Drug-induced hemolytic or other anemias, History of asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, Hypersensitivity.
Ques : Will Myospas D Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?
Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this medication can lead to increased chances of side effects such as Nausea, Jaundice, Sudden and severe allergic reactions, Vomiting, Drowsiness, Hemolytic anemia, Stomach upset, Allergic reaction, Dizziness, Nervousness or irritability, Headache, Blurred vision, Dry mouth, and Constipation, etc.
References
Diclofenac- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/diclofenac
Diclofenac- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 27 April 2019]. Available from:
https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00586
Metaxalone- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 25 April 2019]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/metaxalone
Metaxalone- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 25 April 2019]. Available from:
https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00660
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