Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR
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Introduction To Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR
Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of pain due to muscle spasm. It improves the movement of muscles and provides relief from pain and discomfort associated with muscle spasms.
Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor.
Using this medicine can cause some common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach upset, sleepiness, weakness, and increased liver enzymes. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away with time, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these side effects.
The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should first consult their doctors before using the medicine.
Uses of Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR
- Treatment of Pain due to muscle spasm
Benefits of Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR
Treatment of Pain due to muscle spasm
Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR treats pain due to muscle spasm by relaxing stiff muscles. It also
reduces swelling in the muscles. Altogether, it helps in easy movement and
reduces discomfort. Along with medications, you can also do some light
exercises or take physical therapy to get relief from pain.
Side effects of Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR
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 Aclomex
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Weakness
- Sleepiness
- Increased liver enzymes
How to use Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR is to be taken with food.
How Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR works
Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR is a combination of two medicines: Nimesulide and Tizanidine which relieve muscle pain. Nimesulide is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Tizanidine is a muscle relaxant. It works by acting on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve the muscle stiffness or spasm.
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR to get relief from pain and stiffness in the muscles.
- Take it with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach.
- You may see results within 1.5 to 2 hours after taking Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures.
- Along with taking Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from muscle pain.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR if I’m pregnant?
Information regarding the use of Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
BreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR if I’m breastfeeding?
Information regarding the use of Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
AlcoholUNSAFE
Is drinking alcohol while taking Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR safe?
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I drive after taking Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR?
It is not known whether Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR 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 Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR if I have/had kidney diseases?
There is limited information available on the use of Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR if I have/had liver diseases?
There is limited information available on the use of Profinex 200 mg/2 mg Tablet MR in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
References
MedIndia. Nimesulide+Tizanidine. [Accessed on 25 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
European Medicne Agency. Nimesulide; 2004. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
ScienceDirect. Nimesulide. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
[Tizanidine. Hawthorne, New York: Acorda Therapeutics Inc.; 2006]. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:](https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2006/020397s021,021447s002lbl.pdf)
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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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