Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol
Introduction To Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol
Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol is a combination medicine that helps in relieving muscular pain. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain, inflammation, and fever. It also relieves muscle stiffness or spasm and improves muscle movement.
Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration will depend on the severity of your condition. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it.
Using this medicine may cause common side effects such as sleepiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, dryness in the mouth, and loss of appetite. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms.
Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or disorders. To make sure it is safe, you should let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. Also, tell your doctor if you have any problems with the liver or kidneys. You should avoid the consumption of alcohol while on treatment with this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Uses of Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol
- Treatment of Muscular pain
Benefits of Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol
Treatment of Muscular pain
Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol treats muscle pain by relaxing stiff muscles. It also reduces pain
and swelling in the muscles. Altogether, it helps in easy movement and reduces
discomfort. Once you see some improvement, you can start doing therapy
exercises (such as walking or breathing exercises) that will help you get your
strength back more quickly.
Side effects of Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Acelonox MR
- Nausea
- Sleepiness
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Dryness in mouth
- Loss of appetite
- Tiredness
- Weakness
- Heartburn
How to use Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol works
Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol is a combination of three medicines. Aceclofenac and Paracetamol are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) medicines. They act as analgesics (pain reliever). They work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Chlorzoxazone is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm without a reduction in strength. This improves pain and movement of muscles. This is how it works to treat muscle pain.
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol to relieve pain due to muscle spasm.
- This medicine is most effective when taken along with proper rest and physical therapy.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
- Older adults may have increased drowsiness, confusion, and higher risk of falling as a result of taking Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol.
- Do not take it with any other medicine containing acetaminophen (drugs for pain/fever or cough-and-cold) without asking your doctor first.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol if I’m pregnant?
Information regarding the use of Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
BreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol if I’m breastfeeding?
Information regarding the use of Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
AlcoholUNSAFE
Is drinking alcohol while taking Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol safe?
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I drive after taking Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol?
It is not known whether Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol if I have/had kidney diseases?
There is limited information available on the use of Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol if I have/had liver diseases?
There is limited information available on the use of Aceclofenac + Chlorzoxazone + Paracetamol in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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