Thiocolchicoside Benefits & Uses

Thiocolchicoside is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Muscle Spasms

Other Benefits

Ankylosing spondylitis

Thiocolchicoside Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Muscle Spasms Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose can be increased up to 16 mg, OD
Geriatric	Disease: Muscle Spasms Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose can be increased up to 16 mg, OD

Thiocolchicoside Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Thiocolchicoside is used -

Severe

Swelling

Mild

Abdominal cramp
Diarrhoea
Dizziness
Fatigue
Headache
Nausea or vomiting

Thiocolchicoside Related Warnings

Is the use of Thiocolchicoside safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Thiocolchicoside. If you are pregnant, do not take Thiocolchicoside without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Thiocolchicoside safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Thiocolchicoside. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Thiocolchicoside on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Thiocolchicoside. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Thiocolchicoside on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Thiocolchicoside. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Thiocolchicoside only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Thiocolchicoside on the Heart?

Thiocolchicoside has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Thiocolchicoside with Other Drugs

Thiocolchicoside should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Amitriptyline

Alcohol

Thiocolchicoside Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Thiocolchicoside unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Thiocolchicoside

Is this Thiocolchicoside habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Thiocolchicoside is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Thiocolchicoside you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Thiocolchicoside should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Thiocolchicoside cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Thiocolchicoside Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Thiocolchicoside

There is no information on the effects of taking Thiocolchicoside with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Thiocolchicoside

Taking alcohol with Thiocolchicoside can be dangerous.

Severe