Description
Diclofenac Potassium + Thiocolchicoside Capsules, are mainly used to reduce pain from muscle spasms. These spasms are painful and happen without control. They are often linked to issues like degenerative spine problems, neck muscle contractions (torticollis), and pain in the upper and lower back. Pain is a signal from the nervous system that causes uncomfortable feelings in the body.
Diclofenac Potassium + Thiocolchicoside Capsules contain two active ingredients: Diclofenac and Thiocolchicoside. It is part of a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking certain enzymes called cyclo-oxygenases (COX), which helps stop the production of chemicals called prostaglandins (PGs). Prostaglandins are chemicals in the body that cause pain and swelling where there is an injury or damage. This action helps reduce muscle stiffness and improves muscle movement, which can relieve pain caused by muscle cramps.
Medical Benefits
- This medicine works well to treat pain caused by muscle cramps.
- Diclofenac is a type of pain reliever that helps reduce pain and swelling. It works by blocking certain enzymes in the body that create chemicals called prostaglandins, which are responsible for causing pain and inflammation.
- Prostaglandins are usually made where an injury happens and are responsible for causing pain and swelling. By stopping COX enzymes from working, less PGs are made, which helps reduce mild to moderate pain and swelling in the injured or damaged area.
- In the meantime, Thiocolchicoside works as a muscle relaxant that focuses on the central nervous system in the spinal cord and brain. This action helps lessen muscle tightness and makes it easier for muscles to move, ultimately reducing pain from muscle cramps.
Directions To Use
- Take this medicine with or without food, as your doctor advised.
- Do not break, crush, or chew it.
- Please take Thiocolchicoside and Diclofenac Potassium tablets as your doctor advised, according to the dose and how long you need to take them for your specific health issues.
Storage
- Keep it out of direct sunlight.
- Keep it away from children.
Safety measures
- Diclofenac Potassium + Thiocolchicoside Capsules should not be given to children and teenagers under 18 years old.
- Taking it might make you feel dizzy and sleepy, and it can sometimes cause vision problems.
- This tablet is not safe to use while breastfeeding because it might pass into breast milk and cause problems for the baby. Please talk to your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother.
- Talk to your doctor before taking this, as it may interact with diabetes medicines, blood thinners (like warfarin), water pills, antidepressants (such as lithium), cancer drugs (like methotrexate), immune system suppressants (such as ciclosporin or tacrolimus), and medicines for urinary tract infections (like trimethoprim).
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Throwing up
- Belly ache
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite.
- Heartburn
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can this medicine cause diarrhoea?
Yes, it can. If you have diarrhoea, drink plenty of water and eat foods that have fiber. If you see blood in your poop or have bad diarrhea, talk to your doctor. Don’t take anti-diarrhea medicine by yourself.
Can I use other pain relievers with this tablet?
It’s not a good idea to use other pain relief medicines while taking it.
Can I take this medicine with blood thinners like warfarin?
It is not a good idea to take this medicine with warfarin because it can increase the risk of bleeding. If your doctor tells you to use them together, they might change the doses or recommend a different medicine.
