Thioace Information

Thioace is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Muscle Spasms. Secondary and off-label uses of Thioace have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Thioace. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Thioace as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Thioace are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Thioace has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Thioace's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Thioace have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Thioace may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Thioace, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Thioace Benefits & Uses
Thioace Dosage & How to Take
Thioace Side Effects
Thioace Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Thioace with Other Drugs
Thioace Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Thioace
Thioace Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Thioace Benefits & Uses

Thioace is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Muscle Spasms

Other Benefits

Ankylosing spondylitis

Thioace 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

Thioace Related Warnings

Is the use of Thioace safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Thioace safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Thioace. If you see any side effects, stop taking Thioace immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Thioace again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Thioace on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Thioace. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Thioace on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Thioace. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Thioace on the Heart?

Side effects of Thioace rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Thioace with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Amitriptyline

Alcohol

Thioace Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Thioace

Is this Thioace habit forming or addictive?

Thioace is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Thioace should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Thioace cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Thioace Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Thioace

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Thioace and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Thioace

Taking alcohol with Thioace can be dangerous.

Severe