Muscoact 8mg Capsule
Rs.281for 1 strip(s) (10 capsules each)
food interaction for Muscoact Capsule
alcohol interaction for Muscoact Capsule
pregnancy interaction for Muscoact Capsule
lactation interaction for Muscoact Capsule
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Muscoact 8mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Muscoact 8mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Muscoact 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
Muscoact 8mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Muscoact 8mg Capsule
Thiocolchicoside(8mg)
Muscoact capsule uses
{med_name} is used for muscle relaxation. It relieves painful spasms of the skeletal muscles.
How muscoact capsule works
Muscoact 8mg Capsule is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm without reduction in strength. This improves pain and movement of muscles.
Common side effects of muscoact capsule
Sleepiness, Abdominal cramp, Diarrhea, Itching, Allergic reaction, Urticaria, Seizure, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver)
SUBSTITUTES FOR Muscoact Capsule
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Expert advice FOR Muscoact Capsule
- Thiocolchicoside provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
- Take it with or after food or a glass of milk.
- Thiocolchicoside may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Thiocolchicoside as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.
Frequently asked questions FOR Muscoact 8mg Capsule
Thiocolchicoside
Q. What is Muscoact 8mg Capsule?
Muscoact 8mg Capsule is a muscle relaxant which 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 Muscoact 8mg Capsule a steroid?
No, Muscoact 8mg Capsule is not a steroid. It is a naturally occurring glucoside from a plant source.
Q. Muscoact 8mg Capsule is derived from which plant?
Muscoact 8mg Capsule is a semi-synthetic derivative of naturally occurring compound colchicoside from the plant Gloriosa superb.