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Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule 10's, Pack of 10 CAPSULES
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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule is used to reduce and relieve pain due to muscle spasms (painful muscular contractions) associated with degenerative vertebral disorders, vertebral static problems, dorsal pain, low back pain, torticollis (neck muscle contractions), neurological and traumatological problems. It contains Thiocochicoside, which works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby relieves pain due to muscle spasms. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as drowsiness, stomach upset, indigestion, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

THIOCOLCHICOSIDE-8MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Salvus Pharma

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule is used to reduce and relieve pain due to muscle spasms (painful muscular contractions) associated with degenerative vertebral disorders, vertebral static problems, dorsal pain, low back pain, torticollis (neck muscle contractions), and neurological and traumatological problems.

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule contains ''Thiocochicoside,'' which works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby relieving pain due to muscle spasms.

You are advised to take Thiosyl 8 mg 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 drowsiness, stomach upset, indigestion, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not take Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule may cause drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule is not recommended for children below 16 years as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule as it could lead to increased drowsiness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule

Treatment of Pain due to muscle spasms.

Directions for Use

• Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule can be taken with food, or as advised by your doctor.• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.• Swallow Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not chew, crush or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called muscle relaxants used to reduce and relieve pain due to muscle spasms (painful muscular contractions) associated with degenerative vertebral disorders, vertebral static problems, dorsal pain, low back pain, and torticollis (neck muscle contractions). Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements. Thus, it relieves pain due to muscle spasms.

How Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule Works

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule contains ''Thiocochicoside,'' which works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby relieving pain due to muscle spasms.

Storage

Keep Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule out of reach and sight of children.
Side effects of Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water to soothe the stomach and prevent dehydration.
  • To reduce stomach pain, avoid foods that are spicy, caffeine-rich, alcoholic, or oily.
  • Apply a warm compress or heating pad to relax stomach muscles and ease pain.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce stomach pain symptoms.
  • Probiotics help balance gut bacteria and ease stomach pain.
  • Teas made with herbs, such as chamomile or ginger, can help with digestion and relieve stomach pain.
  • If your stomach discomfort is severe, continues, or becomes worse despite using home remedies, let your doctor know.
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
  • 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 Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Inform your doctor if you experience abdominal pain or discomfort, dark urine, itching, fever, weakness, or yellowing of skin and eyes while taking Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule as it indicates liver problems. Do not take Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule may cause drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule as it could lead to increased drowsiness.

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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 freezing and hot temperatures.

  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes; instead, wear loose garments.

  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.

  • 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 15-20minutes.

  • Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

MUSCLE RELAXANTS

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule Substitute

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule as it may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Avoid taking Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause foetal harm. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid taking Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule if you are breastfeeding as it passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Driving

Caution

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule may cause 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

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule is not recommended for children below 16 years.

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FAQs

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule is used to treat pain due to muscle spasms.

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby relieving pain due to muscle spasms.

Do not take Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule for longer durations as it may cause damaged cells (abnormal number of chromosomes). Do not exceed the dose and duration of treatment prescribed by the doctor.

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule is generally prescribed for short durations. However, continue taking Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule .

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule may precipitate seizures, especially in patients who are at risk for seizures, and those who are suffering from fits. Consult your doctor before taking Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule if you are epileptic patient.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule . Consult your doctor if you experience diarrhoea. Treatment with Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule should be discontinued in case of diarrhoea.

Yes, Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule is safe if used as advised by the doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

Yes, Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule may cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel lightheaded or dizzy, take rest for some time and resume once you feel better.

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to painkillers or any of its components or excipients. Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule should be preferably avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcer or in patients with active, recurrent stomach ulcer/bleeding and in patients with history of high blood pressure, heart failure, and kidney or liver disease.

Yes, Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule be taken with vitamin B-complex as it helps to relieve pain and treat vitamin deficiency that may be the cause of underlying symptoms. However, please consult your doctor before using Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule with other medicines or supplements.

Yes, the long-term use of Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule can cause damage to the kidneys. Normal kidneys produce prostaglandins, a chemical that protects them from damage. Long term use of painkillers lowers the prostaglandins levels in the body leading to kidney damage. Therefore, painkillers are not recommended to patients with underlying kidney disease.

No, taking Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule in higher doses will not make it more effective, rather it can increase the side effects. If the symptoms worsen, please consult the doctor.

You are recommended to take Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule as advised by your doctor. You can preferably take Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule after meals to avoid stomach upset.

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule is usually recommended for 5 to 7 days to manage acute conditions. Always follow your doctor’s instructions.

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, indigestion, stomach upset or drowsiness. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule may cause drowsiness in some people. Therefore, if you feel drowsy after taking Thiosyl 8 mg Capsule , avoid driving or operating machinery. If you still have any concerns, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Scf-390, Ground Floor, M Market, Manimajra, Chandigarh 160101, India
Other Info - THI0263

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Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 6:40 AM IST

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