Drug Ingredient Information
CHLORZOXAZONE-250MG+PARACETAMOL-500MG
CHLORZOXAZONE
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Chlorzoxazone is a muscle relaxer. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain.
Chlorzoxazone is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury. |
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Serious (including fatal) hepatocellular toxicity has been reported rarely in patients receiving chlorzoxazone. The mechanism is unknown but appears to be idiosyncratic and unpredictable. Factors predisposing patients to this rare event are not known. Patients should be instructed to report early signs and/or symptoms of hepatotoxicity such as fever, rash, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, right upper quadrant pain, dark urine, or jaundice |
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Before using chlorzoxazone, tell your doctor if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold or allergy medicine, sedatives, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by chlorzoxazone. |
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Before using chlorzoxazone, tell your doctor if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold or allergy medicine, sedatives, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by chlorzoxazone. |
| Drug Pregnancy Interaction |
The safe use of chlorzoxazone has not been established with respect to the possible adverse effects upon fetal development. Therefore, it should be used in women of childbearing potential only when, in the judgment of the physician, the potential benefits outweigh the possible risks. |
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| How to take the
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| Consumption Info |
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label. |
| Drug quanitty |
Usual Adult Dose for Muscle Spasm:
250 to 750 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day.
The dosage may be reduced as the condition of the patient improves.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Muscle Spasm:
125 to 500 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day.
Alternative dosing: 20 mg/kg/day in divided doses 3 to 4 times a day. |
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Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of chlorzoxazone can be fatal.
Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, muscle weakness, shallow breathing, or fainting. |
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Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose. |
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| Possible Side
Effects
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| Common Drug Side Effects |
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. |
| Rare Drug Side Effects |
Stop using chlorzoxazone and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
black, bloody, or tarry stools;
nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds; or
feeling like you might pass out. |
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Less serious side effects may include:
drowsiness, dizziness, tired feeling;
restlessness;
slightly discolored urine; or
mild skin rash or bruising. |
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| How to Store the
Medicine
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| How to Store the Medicine |
Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. |
PARACETAMOL
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Paracetamol belongs to a group of medicines called pain-killers or analgesics.
and It is used for mild to moderate pain including headache, migraine, nerve pain,
toothache, sore throat, period pains and general aches and pains.
n It is also used to relieve the symptoms of cold and flu
n It is also used to help reduce a fever (high temperature). |
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n had an allergic reaction to paracetamol or any of the ingredients listed in section 6.
An allergic reaction can include a rash, itching or shortness of breath.
n a liver disorder
Speak to your doctor or pharmacist if any of these apply to you. |
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the Medicine
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n had an allergic reaction to paracetamol or any of the ingredients listed in section 6.
An allergic reaction can include a rash, itching or shortness of breath.
n a liver disorder
Speak to your doctor or pharmacist if any of these apply to you. |
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n kidney problems
n liver problems, including those due to drinking too much alcohol. |
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n barbiturates (sleeping tablets)
n tricyclic antidepressants (such as amitriptyline)
n colestyramine (used to treat high cholesterol)
n warfarin (used to thin the blood and prevent clotting)
n zidovudine (used in HIV infections and AIDS)
n domperidone and metoclopramide (used to treat nausea and vomiting) |
| Drug Pregnancy Interaction |
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding, talk to your
doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. |
| Drug Breast feeding Interaction |
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding, talk to your
doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. |
| Drug Machinery Interaction |
This medicine should not affect your ability to drive or use machines. |
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| Drug quanitty |
How much to take – babies with a fever after their immunisations
n This medicine is not usually given to babies under 3 months old. If your doctor
advises you to use this medicine for your baby, please follow these instructions
only. They are different to those written below for children and adults.
n If your baby has a fever (high temperature) after their immunisations at 2 to 3
months old, your doctor may advise you to give them 2.5ml (half a 5ml spoonful)
How often to take – babies with a fever after their immunisations
n Give them another 2.5ml (half a 5ml spoonful) after 4-6 hours if needed
n If your baby continues to have a fever after these two doses please talk to your
doctor or pharmacist
How much to take – children and adults
n Children 3 – 12 months: 2.5ml to 5ml (half to one 5ml spoonful)
n Children 1- 5 years: 5ml to 10ml (one to two 5ml spoonsful)
n Children 6- 12 years: 10ml to 20ml (two to four 5ml spoonsful)
n Adults and Children over 12: 20ml to 40ml to a maximum of 4g (160ml) per day
How often to take – children and adults
n Take a dose of this medicine every 4 to 6 hours when needed.
n Do not give more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
n Do not exceed the stated dose.
n You must see a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 3 days. |
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n This medicine contains 120mg of paracetamol in one 5ml spoonful.
n Take this medicine by mouth only.
n Shake the bottle well before use |
| Excess Drug Consumption |
n Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if you feel well, because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage. Phone your doctor or go to your nearest accident and emergency department straight away.
n There may be no symptoms during the first 24 hours although paleness, nausea (feeling sick), vomiting (being sick) and abdominal pain may occur. |
| Forgot Drug Consumption |
Take the next dose when needed. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten
dose. |
| Stop Drug Consumption |
Do not stop the drug untill your doctor says you to do so. |
| Possible Side
Effects
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| General Information |
n skin rash, flaking skin, boils, sore lips and mouth, swelling of the face, fever.
n sudden wheezing, fluttering or tightness of the chest or collapse.
n bruising more easily, sore throat or other signs of infection (these may be signs of a blood disorder)
n severe pain in the abdomen and back, with fever (high temperature), loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting (these may be signs of pancreas inflammation).
n Skin rash
If paracetamol is taken for a long time, it may lead to liver and kidney problems. |
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| How to Store the
Medicine
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| How to Store the Medicine |
Store in a cool and dry place |
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