Eperisone

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Molecule Description

Eperisone is a selective central muscle relaxant; it is meant for the relaxation of tense muscles and to improve blood circulation in the affected area.

Uses

This medicine is prescribed for the treatment of frozen shoulder, shoulder pain and strained muscles. This medicine can improve myotonic symptoms (prolonged muscle contractions).

Contraindications

When should one not use Eperisone

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to it.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Nausea
Loss of appetite
Sleepiness
Skin rashes
Loose motions
Vomiting
Indigestion
Headache
Giddiness
Constipation

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

This medicine is unsafe to use during pregnancy as it may cause an adverse effect in an unborn baby.

Breast Feeding

No adequate information found whether this medicine passes into breast milk or not. Avoid breastfeeding when on this medication.

Driving

It may affect the ability of driving, so be cautious while driving.

Alcohol

It is unsafe to use this medicine along with alcohol and it may affect your liver. Talk to your doctor if you experience any of the side effects.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are suffering from liver disease.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

It exhibits its action by relaxing skeletal muscles and dilating the blood vessels because of its actions within the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord) and on vascular smooth muscles.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Methocarbamol and Tolperisone HCl
Medicine causing sleepiness such as opioid pain or cough relievers (such as Codeine, Hydrocodone)
Alcohol, marijuana (cannabis)
Medicines for sleep or anxiety (such as Alprazolam, Lorazepam, zolpidem)
Muscle relaxants (such as Carisoprodol, Cyclobenzaprine)
Antihistamines (like Cetirizine, Diphenhydramine)

Interactions with food items

No information is available on interactions of Eperisone when taken with food, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further details.

Dietary Restrictions

No information is available on dietary restrictions while you are taking this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Dosage

Overdose

Overdose can cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, sleepiness consult a doctor immediately if your condition worsens.

Missed a Dose

If you miss a dose, take it as early as possible. If it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular dosing schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Avoid using the medicine if there is a history of allergy to the same. Give a detailed account of your medical and surgical history. Also, mention to your doctor all the prescription and nonprescription medicines, herbal preparations and nutritional supplements that you may be taking before starting this medication.

This medicine may impair the ability to drive any vehicle or operate machinery. This medicine is most effective only when taken along with proper rest and physical therapy.

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