Thiocolchicoside

It belongs to colchicine class. It has muscle relaxant, antiinflammatory, analgesic, and anesthetic action with minimal side effects. Rapidly onset of action is another unique feature of this drug. Its pharmacokinetic profile and metabolism still remain largely unknown.

Indications

Thiocolchicoside is primarily indicated in conditions like Backache, Neuralgia, Pain, Parkinsonism, Sciatic pain.

Dosage

Adults:Min/Max : 4mg/8mg orally twice daily. 4mg intramuscularly.The relative pharmacological bioavailability of oral thiocolchiside v.s. intramuscular administration was calculated and represented 25%

Contra-Indications

Allergic to Thiocolchicoside Hypersensitivity to Thiocolchicoside Peptic ulcer Acute Rhinitis Asthma If you have allergy towards Aceclofenac Breastfeeding Pregnant

Special Precautions

Avoid driving and operate dangerous machinery, Gastro-intestinal disorders, History of gastroulceration, Limit alcoholic beverages, Patients recovering after a surgery, Severe cardiac, hepatic and renal impairment, Usage of diuretics

Side Effects

Rash, Abdominal pain, Drowsiness, Gas,, Allergy, Sleepiness, weakness,, Diarrhoea, Headache, Urge to vomit, Brief loss of consciousness, Symptoms due to exposure to sunlight, Dyspepsia, Nausea, Urticaria, Enuresis, Dizziness

Drug Interactions

GABA, Strychnine