Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol

Introduction To Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol

Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol is a combination medicine which helps in relieving muscle pain. It relieves muscle stiffness or spasm and improves the movement of muscles. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain, inflammation, and fever.

Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach pain, and diarrhea. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help you with ways to reduce or prevent them.

The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, and liver. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe for you. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Uses of Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol

  • Muscle pain

Benefits of Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol

Muscle pain
Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol treats muscle pain by relaxing stiff muscles. It also reduces 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. Magnesium Trisilicate, an inorganic salt present in Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol prevents acidity that may occur due to the painkillers.

Side effects of Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + 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 Zoldex MR

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Loss of appetite
  • Sleepiness

How to use Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + 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. Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol is to be taken with food.

How Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol works

Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol is a combination of four medicines: Diclofenac, Paracetamol, Chlorzoxazone and Magnesium Trisilicate which relieve pain and relax the muscles. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID) and Paracetamol is an antipyretic (fever reducer). They work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and fever. Chlorzoxazone is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm and to improve pain and movement of muscles. Magnesium Trisilicate is an inorganic salt that neutralizes the excess acid in the stomach.

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol to get relief from pain and stiffness in the muscles.
  • Along with taking Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from pain.
  • You might experience nausea, ask your doctor to prescribe you an antiemetic (anti-sickness medicine) if it troubles you.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures, heart disease, or stroke.
  • Liver problems may occur while you are using this medicine. Stop using this medicine and check with your doctor right away if you are having more than one of these symptoms: abdominal pain, clay-colored stools, dark urine, fever, itching, loss of appetite, tiredness, or yellow eyes or skin.

Safety Advice

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Can I take Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol if I’m pregnant?

Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

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Can I take Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol if I’m breastfeeding?

Information regarding the use of Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

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Is drinking alcohol while taking Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol safe?

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol.

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Can I drive after taking Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol?

Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

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Can I take Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol if I have/had kidney diseases?

Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Can I take Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol if I have/had liver diseases?

Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol may be needed. Please consult your doctor. However, the use of Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac + Magnesium Trisilicate + Paracetamol is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

References

Written By:

Dr Advikka Ridhy

Dr Advikka Ridhy

MBBS

RMO, Aster MIMS

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