Zyflex 8 Capsule

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Composition FOR Zyflex 8mg Capsule

Thiocolchicoside(8mg)

food interaction for Zyflex Capsule

alcohol interaction for Zyflex Capsule

pregnancy interaction for Zyflex Capsule

lactation interaction for Zyflex Capsule

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Zyflex 8 Capsule is to be taken with food.
None
CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zyflex 8 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zyflex 8 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
Zyflex 8 Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE

SALT INFORMATION FOR Zyflex 8mg Capsule

Thiocolchicoside(8mg)

Zyflex capsule uses

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

How zyflex capsule works

Zyflex 8 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 zyflex capsule

Sleepiness, Abdominal cramp, Diarrhea, Itching, Allergic reaction, Urticaria, Seizure, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver)

SUBSTITUTES FOR Zyflex Capsule

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    Rs. 36.93/Capsule
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    Rs. 36.40/Capsule
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Expert advice FOR Zyflex 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 Zyflex 8mg Capsule

Thiocolchicoside

Q. What is Zyflex 8 Capsule?
Zyflex 8 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 Zyflex 8 Capsule a steroid?
No, Zyflex 8 Capsule is not a steroid. It is a naturally occurring glucoside from a plant source.
Q. Zyflex 8 Capsule is derived from which plant?
Zyflex 8 Capsule is a semi-synthetic derivative of naturally occurring compound colchicoside from the plant Gloriosa superb.
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Q. Is Zyflex 8 Capsule safe?
Zyflex 8 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 Zyflex 8 Capsule at high doses may cause damage to the some cells which could be a risk factor for cancer, harm to unborn child and impairment of male fertility. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Q. How does Zyflex 8 Capsule works?
Thiocochicoside works by acting on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve the muscle stiffness or spasm.
Q. Is Zyflex 8 Capsule addictive?
No, Zyflex 8 Capsule is not known to have any addiction potential.

Content on this page was last updated on 09 September, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)