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Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol

About Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol

Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol belongs to the class of drugs known as 'non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug' (NSAID). Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol is used in the reduction of musculoskeletal pain and muscle spasm due to tissue injury, resolution of post surgery inflammation and oedema (swollen tissue with fluid). Pain can be temporary (acute) or long term (chronic) in nature. Musculoskeletal pain can be caused due to soft tissues (muscle, tendon or ligaments) injury. Extreme tissue pain and inflammation caused due to sprains, strains or trauma or post-surgery may require a prolonged amount of time to heal.

Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol contains Ibuprofen, Paracetamol and Chlorzoxazone. Ibuprofen is known to have an analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect for reducing mild to moderate pain. It works by blocking the effect of a chemical known as prostaglandin responsible for inducing pain and inflammation in our body. Paracetamol acts as a mild analgesic (mild pain reducer) and antipyretic (fever reducer) which enhances the pain relief action of Ibuprofen. Chlorzoxazone is a muscle relaxant, helps by blocking nerve impulses or pain sensations sent by the brain and causes relaxation of muscles.

Take Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol as prescribed. Like all medicines, Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol may cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Nausea, indigestion,  diarrhoea, drowsiness, dizziness, heartburn, stomach pain and restlessness are a few common side effects of Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol.

Do not take Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol if you are allergic to painkillers like aspirin, paracetamol, naproxen or diclofenac. It is not recommended for use in children, people with liver disease, heart disease or gastric ulcers/bleeding problems. Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol may be associated with a small increase in the risk of heart attack (myocardial infarction). Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may damage your liver and cause even more side effects on taking this drug. Consult your doctor if your symptoms of pain, inflammation and fever do not disappear even after ten days.

Uses of Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol

Musculoskeletal pain, Muscle spasm.

Medicinal Benefits

Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol is composed of ibuprofen, chlorzoxazone and paracetamol primarily used to treat mild to moderate pain. Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol plays a vital role in reducing pain and inflammation by blocking the release of chemical messengers which cause pain and fever. Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol relieves pain and inflammation in arthritic conditions with benefit of increased antibiotic penetration and micro-circulation at the injury site. Ibuprofen works by blocking the effect of a chemical known as prostaglandin responsible for inducing pain and inflammation in our body. Paracetamol has the advantage of producing lesser gastric irritation compared to other painkillers like aspirin. So, it is well tolerated in mostly all age groups. Chlorzoxazone benefits in relaxing muscle to treat any type of musculoskeletal conditions like sprain, pain or injury. It is mainly prescribed for the sports related injury. Overall it relieve muscle spasm or stiffness of musculoskeletal joints thereby improving its movement.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol

  • Nausea
  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhoea
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Heartburn
  • Stomach pain
  • Restlessness

Patients Concern

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pain can be temporary (acute) or long-term (chronic) in nature. Musculoskeletal pain can be caused due to soft tissue (muscle, tendon or ligaments) injury. Extreme tissue pain and inflammation caused due to sprains, strains or trauma or post-surgery may require a prolonged amount of time to heal.

FAQs

Yes, Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol is known to cause dizziness. If you feel dizzy, please take rest and also avoid driving while you take Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol as it can be harmful.

Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol when taken by patients who are allergic to pain-killers or NSAIDs can be harmful. It should also be avoided in person with history of heart failure, kidney or liver disease, stomach ulcers and high blood pressure.

Yes. But ensure pain killers or any other drugs you are taking does not contain paracetamol, aceclofenac or chlorzoxazone. As, it may lead to overdosage leading to unpleasant side effects.

Taking excessive alcohol with Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol can cause liver damage. So, it is advisable to avoid or limit intake of alcohol during the treatment with Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol.

It depends on whether your cough and cold pills contain ibuprofen, chlorzoxazone and paracetamol or not. If it contains these two medicines, do not take it. It may lead to overdosage, thereby producing unpleasant side effects. Consult your doctor before taking it in such cases.

Chlorzoxazone+ibuprofen+paracetamol is known to be contra-indicated in patients allergic to painkillers (NSAIDs) or any of the components or excipients of this medicine. Its use should also be avoided in patients with history of heart failure, high blood pressure, stomach ulcer and kidney/liver disease.

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