Myospas D Strip Of 10 Tablets

Myospas D tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of short term and painful muscle or bone conditions in adults and relieves discomfort caused due to it. It contains metaxalone and diclofenac as the active ingredients. It is a muscle relaxant and anti-inflammatory medicine.

Metaxalone is a muscle relaxant medicine that relaxes muscles by acting on your brain and spinal cord. Diclofenac works by reducing pain and swelling by inhibiting a natural substance called prostaglandin, which is responsible for swelling and pain. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor.

You should take Myospas D tablet with food to avoid stomach upset such as nausea, vomiting, indigestion, stomach pain, etc. Do not take this medicine for more than the prescribed duration. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting Myospas D.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose include nausea or vomiting, stomach pain, headache, stomach or bowel bleeding, loose motion, dizziness, sleepiness, ringing sensation in the ears, fainting, seizures, etc. If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine, then take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow your regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Metaxalone is a muscle relaxant medicine that relaxes muscle by acting on your brain and spinal cord.
• Diclofenac works by reducing pain and swelling by inhibiting a natural substance called prostaglandin, which is responsible for swelling and pain.

Directions for Use

Take this medicine with food as prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Myospas D tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effect of this medicine on pregnancy. It is recommended to avoid consuming this medicine during pregnancy unless advised by your doctor. However, this medicine should be avoided in the last 3 months of pregnancy. Consult your doctor for further information.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Myospas D tablet while breastfeeding?

Components of this medicine are known to pass into the breastmilk and can cause harm to the breastfed babies. This medicine should not be taken by a lactating mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Myospas D tablet?

Myospas D tablet can cause dizziness or sleepiness. Avoid driving if you have dizziness or sleepiness after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Myospas D tablet?

Consumption of alcohol along with this medicine can cause dizziness, sleepiness or sleeplessness, unusual dreams. Avoid alcohol consumption while you are taking this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have nausea or vomiting, loose motions, fast heartbeats, fever, sweating, anxiety after taking this medicine.
• You have liver disease, kidney disease, anaemia or seizure disorders.
• You have indigestion after taking some sugars.
• You have heart disease or brain diseases.
• You have asthma, nasal allergy or lung disease.
• You have high blood pressure.
• You have raised bad cholesterol in your blood.
• You are a smoker.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to metaxalone, diclofenac or any other ingredients of Myospas D tablet. If you have had stomach bleeding or bowel bleeding in the past. If you have liver failure or kidney failure. If you have heart diseases, brain diseases. If there is a narrowing of blood vessels supplying blood to your body. If you have a pregnancy of more than six months. If you have difficulty in breathing, cold, swelling of the face or throat, itching after taking other NSAID's medicines such as ibuprofen, aspirin, etc. If you have a known history of medicine induced anaemia.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Indigestion
• Stomach pain
• Loose motion
• Rash
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• Irritability

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Myospas D tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
• Especially, if you are taking medicines for brain-related diseases, heart diseases, etc.

Storage and disposal

• Store this medicine below 25°C in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I take Myospas D tablet without food?

Myospas D tablet should be taken with or just after food to avoid stomach or bowel problems. If Myospas D is taken without food it can increase stomach acidity, cause stomach pain, indigestion, etc.

Does Myospas cause sleepiness?

Myospas D tablet can cause sleepiness as a side effect of using this medicine.

I had a skin rash after taking Myospas D tablet in the past, what should I do?

Skin rash after taking Myospas D tablet suggests that you are allergic to this medicine. You should avoid taking Myospas D tablet again as it can cause severe allergic reactions which may be life-threatening. Inform this to your doctor and follow his instructions.

Can I use Myospas D tablet for tooth pain?

Myospas D tablet is a combination medicine which is used to relieve discomfort caused due to short term and painful muscle or bone conditions in adults. It should not be used for the treatment of tooth pain. Consult your doctor if you are suffering from tooth pain.

How many times can we take tab Myospas D?

You should take Myospas D in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor. However, it is advised to maintain a gap of at least 6 hours between the two doses.

What is the use of Myospas D?

Myospas D is used for the treatment of short term and painful muscle or bone conditions in adults and relieves discomfort caused due to it.