Tizan 4 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Sprain, Muscle Spasms. Other than this, Tizan 4 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Tizan 4 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Tizan 4 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Tizan 4 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Tizan 4 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Tizan 4 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Tizan 4 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Tizan 4 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Tizan 4 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tizan 4 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Tizan 4 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tizan 4 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Tizan 4 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Tizan can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Tizan 4 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Tizan should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Tizan 4 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Tizan 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.
What is the effect of Tizan 4 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Tizan may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tizan 4 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Tizan on the heart have been reported.
Tizan 4 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tizan 4 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tizan 4 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tizan 4 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tizan 4 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Tizan 4 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tizan 4 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tizan 4 Mg Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Tizan 4 Mg Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tizan 4 Mg Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tizan 4 Mg Tablet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zanaflex® (tizanidine hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 358-359