Diclofenac Sodium+Paracetamol/Acetaminophen+Chlorzoxazone
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Painful muscle spasm, pain and inflammation of muscles, joints and bones |
| Therapy | Muscle Relaxant, Analgesic/Antipyretic |
| Side Effects | Dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, weakness |
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Molecule Description
Diclofenac Sodium+Paracetamol/Acetaminophen+Chlorzoxazone is a combination medication used to treat pain and muscle stiffness associated with conditions such as arthritis, spondylitis and injuries. It contains diclofenac, paracetamol, and chlorzoxazone, which work by reducing inflammation and relaxing muscles.
This medicine must be taken as directed by the doctor, in doses, and for the duration prescribed. Take it regularly at a fixed time. Do not skip a dose or consume more than that recommended by the doctor. Also, do not abruptly discontinue this medicine without first consulting your doctor.
Before initiating treatment with this medicine, you should let the doctor know if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding. And inform the doctor of your detailed medical history.
Uses
- Diclofenac Sodium+Paracetamol/Acetaminophen+Chlorzoxazone is used for relieving pain and inflammation of muscles, joints and bones in conditions such as arthritis, spondylitis and injuries.
- It is also used for relieving pain, inflammation and swelling post surgeries and operations.
Contraindications
When should one not use Diclofenac Sodium+Paracetamol/Acetaminophen+Chlorzoxazone
- If you are allergic to diclofenac, paracetamol, chlorzoxazone, or any ingredient in the Diclofenac Sodium+Paracetamol/Acetaminophen+Chlorzoxazone.
- If you are experiencing bleeding from the stomach and intestine or have an active peptic ulcer.
- If you are allergic to other painkillers such as aspirin and have experienced severe asthma, rashes or any other allergy.
- If you have severe heart failure.
- If you have severe kidney or liver problems.
- If you are pregnant.
- This medicine should not be used to relieve pain before, during, and after bypass surgery of the heart.
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Dizziness
- Lightheadedness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Fatigue
- Liver problem
- Headache
- Rash
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have kidney or liver problems.
- You have heart problems like high blood pressure and heart failure.
- You are an elderly patient or taking diuretics or have a kidney disorder, this medicine can increase the risk of kidney failure.
- Your doctor may ask you to do renal function tests for the same.
- You are suffering from gastrointestinal problems like bleeding, ulcers in the intestine (perforation) or Crohn's disease, or you are passing black tarry stools.
- You have asthma, and this medicine can worsen the same.
- You have Systemic lupus erythematosus (an autoimmune disorder).
- If you are an alcoholic, then concomitant use of this medicine can damage the liver.
- You have disorders related to blood, like clotting problems and anaemia.
- You have skin rashes & lesions after taking this medicine.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Diclofenac Sodium+Paracetamol/Acetaminophen+Chlorzoxazone works by combining the three components. Diclofenac and Paracetamol inhibit the synthesis of prostaglandins, which are responsible for causing pain, swelling, and inflammation; thus, they offer anti-inflammatory properties. Chlorzoxazone is a muscle relaxant that works by blocking the signals of painful sensation through the nerve to the brain and reduces pain and stiffness.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Do not take any other medicines containing Paracetamol or Diclofenac, as there is a risk of liver damage.
- If you are taking medicines for high blood pressure, this medicine can interfere with their effect.
- Medicines like water pills can lead to kidney damage when taken along with it.
- Caution is needed if you are taking medicines to treat heart failure.
- This medicine can increase the levels of lithium and methotrexate. Discuss this with your doctor before starting the treatment.
- Medicines used to modify immune response during organ transplant, like ciclosporin & tacrolimus, can result in kidney damage if taken with this medicine.
- Increased risk of stomach ulcers or bleeding when taken with steroids or other pain relief medicines like Aspirin.
- There is a risk of bleeding if you are taking blood-thinning medicines like Warfarin and Coumarin.
- There is an increased risk of fits if you are taking this medicine with antibiotics like Levofloxacin and Ciprofloxacin.
- If you are taking medicines to treat diabetes, be cautious about symptoms of low glucose levels like sweating, anxiety, fast heartbeat and hunger pangs.
- Medicines used to treat fits, seizures & depression, like Phenobarbital, Carbamazepine, Phenytoin, and Clonazepam, should be used with caution as this medicine can increase the side effects of these medicines.
- Medicines used to treat gout, like Probenecid, bacterial infections, like Chloramphenicol and rifampicin, and HIV infections, like Zidovudine, should be used cautiously.
Interactions with food items
It is advisable to take Diclofenac Sodium+Paracetamol/Acetaminophen+Chlorzoxazone with or after food to reduce the risk of stomach upset. Spicy and heavy meals should be avoided to reduce side effects like nausea and vomiting.
Dosage
Overdose
Taking Diclofenac Sodium+Paracetamol/Acetaminophen+Chlorzoxazone in high doses may result in symptoms of overdose like headache, nausea, vomiting and stomach pain. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
Do not take a double dose if you have missed the dose, take the next dose as soon as you remember.
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