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Synonym :

CYCLOBENZAPRINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Matins Healthcare

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Norbenz-15 Capsule

Norbenz-15 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called 'muscle relaxant' used to reduce and relieve the muscle spasm or excessive muscle tension occurring in various illnesses. Muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary contractions of the muscle, which can be painful and uncomfortable. When the nerve impulses that control the muscle movements are damaged or interrupted, it could lead to muscle spasms. 

The Norbenz-15 Capsule contains 'cyclobenzaprine' which works by relieving muscle spasm through action on the central nervous system at the brain stem and helps relieve pain and improve muscle movements. Norbenz-15 Capsule works on the spinal cord and brain, thereby maintaining muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness. 

Take Norbenz-15 Capsule with food. You are advised to take Norbenz-15 Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as blurred vision, dizziness, drowsiness, or lightheadedness, dryness of the mouth. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are suggested to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Do not discontinue Norbenz-15 Capsule suddenly as it could lead to unpleasant side-effects such as rigidity, increased heart rate, changes in mood, fever, mental disorders, confusion, hallucinations, and fits (seizures). Consult your doctor before taking Norbenz-15 Capsule if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Your doctor will prescribe Norbenz-15 Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Norbenz-15 Capsule is not recommended for children below 15 years of age. Inform your doctor about all the current medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects. Please speak to your doctor immediately if you experience mood swings, depression or if you have any suicidal thoughts. 

Uses of Norbenz-15 Capsule

Norbenz-15 Capsule is used in the treatment of muscle spasms. The detailed uses of Norbenz-15 Capsule are as follows:

  • Relieves Muscle Spasms: Norbenz-15 Capsule helps to relax skeletal muscles by acting on the central nervous system, providing relief from acute muscle spasms due to strain or injury.
  • Reduces Pain and Stiffness: Norbenz-15 Capsule is used alongside rest and physical therapy to alleviate pain, stiffness, and discomfort in conditions such as back pain, neck strain, and muscle sprains.
  • Improves Mobility and Recovery: By reducing muscle tightness, Norbenz-15 Capsule supports restored movement and helps speed up recovery in muscular conditions.

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Directions for Use

  • Norbenz-15 Capsule can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor
  • s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Swallow Norbenz-15 Capsule as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not chew, crush, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Norbenz-15 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called muscle relaxants used to reduce and relieve muscle spasms (excessive tension in the muscles). Norbenz-15 Capsule  relieves muscle spasm through action on the central nervous system at the brain stem and helps in relieving pain and improves muscle movements. Norbenz-15 Capsule is particularly effective for relieving involuntary muscle spasms in the ankle, hip, and knee. Norbenz-15 Capsule is used together with physical therapy and rest to relieve muscle spasms caused by painful conditions such as an injury.

How Norbenz-15 Capsule Works

Norbenz-15 Capsule contains 'cyclobenzaprine' which works by relieving muscle spasm through action on the central nervous system at the brain stem and helps relieve pain and improve muscle movements. Norbenz-15 Capsule works on the spinal cord and brain, thereby maintaining muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Norbenz-15 Capsule
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.

What if I have taken an overdose of Norbenz-15 Capsule

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Norbenz-15 Capsule as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include vomiting, severe drowsiness, tremors, fast heartbeats, hallucinations or agitation. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

A person should not take Norbenz-15 Capsule if they are allergic to a medicinal component present in it. If they have a certain thyroid disorder (hyperthyroidism), a heart rhythm disorder, or you have recently had a heart attack and heart block, congestive heart failure. If a person has taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, they should not take Norbenz-15 Capsule to cause serious drug interaction. Consult your doctor before taking Norbenz-15 Capsule if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Your doctor will prescribe Norbenz-15 Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Norbenz-15 Capsule is not recommended for children below 15 years of age. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects. Please talk to your doctor immediately if you experience mood swings, depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts. Your doctor may advise you to undergo regular blood tests to monitor liver function. Inform your doctor that you are taking Norbenz-15 Capsule if you are experiencing any operation which requires a general anaesthetic.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Norbenz-15 Capsule:
Coadministration of Safinamide with Norbenz-15 Capsule might raise serotonin hormone levels which can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Safinamide with Norbenz-15 Capsule is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, palpitations, excessive sweating, muscle spasm, or diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Norbenz-15 Capsule:
Coadministration of Norbenz-15 Capsule with Tranylcypromine might raise serotonin hormone levels which can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Norbenz-15 Capsule is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, palpitations, excessive sweating, muscle spasm, or diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
CyclobenzaprinePhenelzine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Norbenz-15 Capsule:
Taking Norbenz-15 Capsule with Phenelzine might raise serotonin hormone levels which can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Norbenz-15 Capsule with Phenelzine can possibly lead to an interaction. It can be taken if prescribed by doctor.However, if you experience fever, palpitations, excessive sweating, muscle spasm, or diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Norbenz-15 Capsule:
Taking Norbenz-15 Capsule with rasagiline might raise serotonin hormone levels which can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although rasagiline with Norbenz-15 Capsule is not recommended, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience fever, palpitations, excessive sweating, muscle spasm, or diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Norbenz-15 Capsule:
Coadministration of Zonisamide with Norbenz-15 Capsule can cause increased body temperature and decrease sweating.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Norbenz-15 Capsule with Zonisamide together is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken only if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience changes in fever, shortness of breath, or excessive sweating, contact a doctor immediately. Make sure to hydrate yourself during warm weather or after exercise. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CyclobenzaprineNaratriptan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Norbenz-15 Capsule:
Coadministration of Norbenz-15 Capsule with Naratriptan might raise serotonin hormone levels which can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Norbenz-15 Capsule with Naratriptan can possibly lead to an interaction. It can be taken if prescribed by doctor. However, if you experience fever, palpitations, excessive sweating, muscle spasm, or vomiting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Norbenz-15 Capsule:
Taking Norbenz-15 Capsule with Pentazocine can increase the risk of serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Pentazocine and Norbenz-15 Capsule, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, shortness of breath, or palpitations, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Norbenz-15 Capsule:
Taking Norbenz-15 Capsule with Fluvoxamine might raise serotonin hormone levels which can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Norbenz-15 Capsule with Fluvoxamine can possibly lead to an interaction. It can be taken if prescribed by doctor. However, if you experience fever, palpitations, excessive sweating, shivering, muscle spasm, or vomiting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
CyclobenzaprineFrovatriptan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Norbenz-15 Capsule:
Taking Norbenz-15 Capsule with Frovatriptan might raise serotonin hormone levels which can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Norbenz-15 Capsule with Frovatriptan can possibly lead to an interaction. It can be taken if prescribed by doctor. However, if you experience fever, palpitations, excessive sweating, shivering, muscle spasm, or vomiting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Norbenz-15 Capsule:
Taking Norbenz-15 Capsule with Zolmitriptan might raise serotonin hormone levels which can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Norbenz-15 Capsule with Zolmitriptan can possibly lead to an interaction. It can be taken if prescribed by doctor. However, if you experience fever, palpitations, excessive sweating, muscle spasm, or diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching so that they are less likely to spasm, tear, and sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
  • Massages can also be helpful.
  • Avoid contact with extreme cold and hot temperatures. 
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes, instead, wear loose garments.
  • Rest well, get plenty of sleep for at least 8 hours. 
  • To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position at least every two hours.
  • Hot or cold therapy can help treat muscle spasms. Apply an ice-pack or hot-pack on the muscle for 15-20 minutes.
  • Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water. 

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

SKELETAL MUSCLE RELAXANTS
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Norbenz-15 Capsule as it may increase drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Avoid taking Norbenz-15 Capsule if you are pregnant unless prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Very-small amounts of Norbenz-15 Capsule pass into breast milk. However, consult your doctor before taking Norbenz-15 Capsule , your doctor will decide whether Norbenz-15 Capsule can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Norbenz-15 Capsule causes sleepiness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Norbenz-15 Capsule is not allowed in children below 15 years as safety and efficacy of Norbenz-15 Capsule are not established.

FAQs

Norbenz-15 Capsule is used to reduce and relieve the muscle spasm or excessive muscle tension occurring in various illnesses.

Norbenz-15 Capsule is a muscle relaxant that should be used together with rest and physical therapy to get maximum results.

A person should not take Norbenz-15 Capsule if they are allergic to a medicinal component present in it. If they have a certain thyroid disorder (hyperthyroidism), a heart rhythm disorder, or you have recently had a heart attack and heart block, congestive heart failure. If a person has taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, they should not take Norbenz-15 Capsule to cause serious drug interaction.

Norbenz-15 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called muscle relaxants, it relieves muscle spasm through action on the central nervous system at the brain stem and helps relieve pain, and improves muscle movements. Norbenz-15 Capsule works on the spinal cord and brain centres, thereby maintaining muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness.

Norbenz-15 Capsule causes sleepiness and drowsiness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel sleepy or drowsy.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Norbenz-15 Capsule . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.

Norbenz-15 Capsule may cause side effects such as blurred vision, dizziness, drowsiness, or lightheadedness, dryness of the mouth. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are suggested to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Drinking alcohol with Norbenz-15 Capsule may cause increased sleepiness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentrating. Hence, avoid alcohol consumption while taking Norbenz-15 Capsule .

Norbenz-15 Capsule starts working within 30-60 minutes of taking the medicine and helps relieve muscle spasms.

No, Norbenz-15 Capsule is not a painkiller. It is a muscle relaxant used to relieve muscle spasms.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot no. 10, Sector 5, IIE Sidcul, Haridwar - 249403 Uttarakhand (India)
Other Info - NOR0405

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