Relaxon 250 Mg 30 Capsule

Description

Chlorzoxazone is a centrally acting voluntary muscle relaxant that acts on the spinal cord and subcortex, inhibiting the nerve connections in the reflex pathways responsible for causing and maintaining muscle contractions resulting from various causes, leading to reduced skeletal muscle spasms, pain relief and increased movement of the affected muscles. Paracetamol has an analgesic and antipyretic effect similar to that of aspirin in preventing the formation of prostaglandins in the central nervous system, complementing the analgesic effect secondary to the muscle relaxation produced by chlorzoxazone. Relaxon™ capsules quickly relieve pain and restore mobility even in cases ofsevere and painful skeletal muscle spasms. Relaxon provides rapid pain relief and is indicated as an adjunct to rest, physical therapy, and other measures to relieve tension associated with musculoskeletal pain conditions. How to use Always take Relaxon exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor if you are not sure. The usual adult dose is 2 capsules three times daily. For oral use and short-term use only. Do not take more than 14 capsules in 24 hours. Do not take with any other products containing paracetamol. Do not give to children under 6 years of age. Do not exceed the stated dose. If you take more capsules than you should: Talk to your doctor straight away if you take too much of this medicine, even if you feel well. This is because too much paracetamol can cause serious liver damage. Warnings and precautions Do not take Relaxon in the following cases:  If you are taking any other products that contain paracetamol. Relaxon capsules should not be used by people who are hypersensitive to any of the components of this medicine.  Relaxon capsules should not be used by people with liver disease.  Side Effects As with all medicines, side effects from Relaxon may occur, although not everybody gets them. It affects all people. Occasionally, gastrointestinal disturbances, dizziness, nausea, drowsiness, malaise or hyperstimulation may occur. Rarely, the patient may notice a change in the colour of the urine caused by the phenolic metabolite of chlorzoxazone. Side effects of paracetamol are rare and usually mild, although some blood effects have been reported, including thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, neutropenia and agranulocytosis. Skin rash and other allergic symptoms may occasionally occur. Prolonged excessive use of Relaxon™ or misuse of paracetamol may  lead to kidney disease. Even in people who exceed the recommended dose, pancreatitis associated with paracetamol use is rare. Taking 15 grams of paracetamol may cause liver necrosis and, less frequently, kidney necrosis. Storage Information Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C. Do not use Relaxon™ after the expiry date stated on the carton and strips. Do not take Relaxon™ if you notice any change in colour or smell. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. Do not throw away medicines via drains or household waste. These measures will help protect the environment. Drug Interactions Medical products that may interact with chlorzoxazone include zolpidem, citalopram, duloxetine, gabapentin, clonazepam, pregabalin, oxycodone, topiramate, tramadol and alprazolam. Alcohol and other CNS depressants: They cause drowsiness in addition to the drowsiness caused by chlorzoxazone. They may also increase the risk of liver toxicity caused by paracetamol. Ingredients Chlorzoxazone, paracetamol, colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, magnesium stearate, sodium lauryl sulphate, titanium dioxide, ura red, tartrazine and gelatin. Specifications Relaxon capsules have an opaque orange upper part and an opaque white lower part. Printed with the word `Jamjoom` on the top and the word `Re1` on the bottom in black. Hard gelatin capsules filled with homogeneous granules, white to off-white in colour.