What is Myospaz?
Myospaz is a tablet containing paracetamol and chlorzoxazone. It treats sprains, muscle spasms, muscle fractures, stress headaches, back pain, joint pain, and other musculoskeletal disorders. It acts as a muscle relaxant and pain reliever. Kids, pregnant women, and nursing mothers should avoid taking Myospaz tablets. Take it after a meal and not in combination with other pain relievers.
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Myospaz alleviates pain and treats fever. It's widely used for:
- Headaches
- Toothaches
- Backaches
- Post-surgery pain
Side Effects
Common Side Effects:
- Upset stomach
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Sleepiness
- Vomiting
- Drowsiness
Serious Side Effects:
- Allergic skin reaction
- Gastric issues
- Mouth ulcer
- Anemia
- Fatigue
- Body pain
- Nervousness
- Acute renal tubular necrosis
Precautions
Before taking Myospaz, inform your doctor if you have:
- Allergies to medications
- Analgesic nephropathy
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
How to Use Myospaz?
- Follow your doctor's dosage and length instructions.
- Can be taken with or without food.
- Best taken at the same time every day.
- Works by inhibiting enzyme activity in the brain and activating pain-blocking receptors.
How Does Myospaz Work?
Myospaz is a mixture of two pain relievers and muscle relaxants: paracetamol and chlorzoxazone. It prevents the brain from releasing chemical messengers that cause pain and fever. Chlorzoxazone alleviates muscle stiffness and spasms by acting on the brain and spinal cord centers.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose.
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Book an AppointmentOverdose
An overdose can cause:
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Yellowing of skin or eyes
- Dark urine
- Stomach pain
Seek medical attention if you have any of these symptoms.
Warnings for Serious Health Conditions
- Kidney Disease: Use with caution. The dosage may need adjustment. Consult your doctor.
- Liver Disease: Use with caution. Not recommended for serious or active liver disease. Consult your doctor.
- Pregnancy: Not recommended unless necessary. Discuss risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor before use. A safer alternative may be recommended.
Storage
Keep away from heat, air, and light. Store at room temperature (68ºF to 77ºF / 20ºC to 25ºC). Keep out of children's reach.
Myospaz vs Ultracet
Myospaz | Ultracet |
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Contains paracetamol and chlorzoxazone. | Combination drug for mild to extreme pain. |
Muscle relaxant with moderate analgesic properties. | Narcotic pain reliever for various pains. |
Side Effects: Upset stomach, dizziness, weakness, sleepiness, vomiting. | Side Effects: Nervousness, anxiety, dizziness, headache, blurred vision. |