Colcoside 8mg Capsule

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Composition FOR Colcoside 8mg Capsule

Thiocolchicoside(8mg)

food interaction for Colcoside Capsule

alcohol interaction for Colcoside Capsule

pregnancy interaction for Colcoside Capsule

lactation interaction for Colcoside Capsule

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Colcoside 8mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Colcoside 8mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Colcoside 8mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Colcoside 8mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE

SALT INFORMATION FOR Colcoside 8mg Capsule

Thiocolchicoside(8mg)

Colcoside capsule uses

{med_name} is used for muscle relaxation. It relieves painful spasms of the skeletal muscles.

How colcoside capsule works

Colcoside 8mg Capsule is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasms without reduction in strength. This improves the pain and movement of muscles.

Common side effects of colcoside capsule

Limited data available

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Expert advice FOR Colcoside Capsule

  • Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel drowsy after taking the medication.
  • Follow a proper rest and physiotherapy plan for better recovery.
  • Stay hydrated and maintain a balanced diet to support muscle healing.
  • Inform your doctor about any existing medical conditions or medications to avoid interactions.
  • Do not take it for longer than prescribed, as prolonged use may have side effects.

Frequently asked questions FOR Colcoside 8mg Capsule

Thiocolchicoside

Q. What is Colcoside 8mg Capsule?
Colcoside 8mg Capsule is a muscle relaxant that is used in adults and adolescents from 16 years onwards as an add-on treatment for painful muscular contractions. It is to be used for acute conditions related to the spinal column.
Q. Is Colcoside 8mg Capsule a steroid?
No, Colcoside 8mg Capsule is not a steroid. It is a naturally occurring glucoside from a plant source.
Q. Colcoside 8mg Capsule is derived from which plant?
Colcoside 8mg Capsule is a semi-synthetic derivative of the naturally occurring compound colchicine from the plant Gloriosa superb.
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Q. Is Colcoside 8mg Capsule safe?
Colcoside 8mg Capsule is a safe medicine if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor. Recently, there have been reports that one of the products formed in the body when taking Colcoside 8mg Capsule at high doses may cause damage to some cells, which could be a risk factor for cancer, harm to the unborn child, and impairment of male fertility. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Q. How does Colcoside 8mg Capsule works?
Colcoside 8mg Capsule works by acting on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasms.
Q. Is Colcoside 8mg Capsule addictive?
No, Colcoside 8mg Capsule is not known to have any addiction potential.

Content on this page was last updated on 05 May, 2025, by Dr. Lalit Kanodia (MBA, MD Pharmacology)