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

सूजन

Mild

पेट में ऐंठन
दस्त
चक्कर आना (और पढ़ें - चक्कर आने पर करें ये घरेलू उपाय)
थकान
सिरदर्द
मतली या उलटी

Thiocolchicoside Related Warnings

Is the use of Thiocolchicoside safe for pregnant women?

Thiocolchicoside shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Thiocolchicoside safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Thiocolchicoside. Immediately discontinue Thiocolchicoside if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Thiocolchicoside on the Kidneys?

Thiocolchicoside may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Thiocolchicoside on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Thiocolchicoside on the Heart?

Thiocolchicoside may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect 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 should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Thiocolchicoside can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Thiocolchicoside is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Thiocolchicoside in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Thiocolchicoside Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Thiocolchicoside

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Thiocolchicoside

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Thiocolchicoside as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
4 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 358