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About Thiophar-A Tablet

ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE is a combination medication used to reduce and relieve pain due to muscle spasms (painful muscular contractions) associated with degenerative vertebral disorders, vertebral static problems, dorsal pain, low back pain, and torticollis (neck muscle contractions).

ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE is a combination of two drugs: Thiocolchicoside (muscle relaxant) and Aceclofenac (a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant that works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby relieving pain due to muscle spasms. Aceclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (pain killer) that works by blocking the action of cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body involved in the production of certain chemical substances such as prostaglandins that cause pain and swelling.

Take ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE with or after food as advised by your doctor and swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. You may experience diarrhoea, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, or increased liver enzymes in the blood in some cases. Most of these side effects of ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. Avoid taking ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE if you are pregnant as it may cause harm to the foetus. ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE is excreted in breast milk. Therefore, ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE is contraindicated in breastfeeding women as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. If you have asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, stomach ulcer, high cholesterol, chickenpox, porphyria (rare inherited disorder), systemic lupus erythematosus (an autoimmune disease), ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease (conditions causing swelling of the bowel, diarrhoea, bowel pain, vomiting and weight loss), galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, glucose-galactose malabsorption, G-6-PD deficiency (a hereditary condition resulting in low red blood cell counts), fit, muscular hypotonia (decreased muscle tone), flaccid paresis (loose and floppy limbs), bleeding or blood clotting disorders, kidney, liver or heart diseases, inform your doctor before taking ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE.

Uses of Thiophar-A Tablet

Pain due to muscle spasms

Medicinal Benefits of Thiophar-A Tablet

ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE is a combination of two drugs, namely: Thiocolchicoside and Aceclofenac used to treat pain due to muscle spasms. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant that works on the centers of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby relieving pain due to muscle spasms. Aceclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (pain killer) that works by blocking the action of the cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body that is involved in the production of certain chemical substances such as prostaglandins that cause pain and swelling.

Directions for Use

Take ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE with or after food as prescribed by your doctor and swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Side Effects of Thiophar-A Tablet

• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Increased liver enzymes in the blood

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. Avoid taking ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE if you are pregnant as it may cause harm to the fetus. ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE is excreted in breast milk. Therefore, ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE is contraindicated in breastfeeding women as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. Do not consume alcohol with ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE as it may increase the risk of severe adverse effects. If you have asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, stomach ulcer, high cholesterol, chickenpox, porphyria (rare inherited disorder), systemic lupus erythematosus (an autoimmune disease), ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease (conditions causing swelling of the bowel, diarrhea, bowel pain, vomiting, and weight loss), galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, glucose-galactose malabsorption, G-6-PD deficiency (a hereditary condition resulting in low red blood cell counts), fit, muscular hypotonia (decreased muscle tone), flaccid paresis (loose and floppy limbs), bleeding or blood clotting disorders, kidney, liver or heart diseases, inform your doctor before taking ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE may have interaction with medicines used to lower high blood pressure (lisinopril, enalapril, candesartan, losartan, clonidine, moxonidine, hydralazine, methyldopa, propranolol), antibiotics (ciprofloxacin, moxifloxacin, ofloxacin, levofloxacin), water pills (furosemide, amiloride), blood thinners (heparin, warfarin, clopidogrel), anticancer drug (methotrexate), HIV drug (zidovudine), antidiabetic drugs (gliclazide, tolbutamide, glibenclamide), pain killers (ibuprofen, naproxen, aspirin, celecoxib, etoricoxib), steroids (hydrocortisone, prednisolone), medicines used for abortion (mifepristone), immunosuppressants (ciclosporin, tacrolimus), antimanic drug (lithium), heart-related medicines (digoxin), and antidepressants (fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline, fluvoxamine, citalopram, escitalopram).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

If you have asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, stomach ulcer, high cholesterol, chickenpox, porphyria (rare inherited disorder), systemic lupus erythematosus (an autoimmune disease), ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease (conditions causing swelling of the bowel, diarrhea, bowel pain, vomiting, and weight loss), galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, glucose-galactose malabsorption, G-6-PD deficiency (a hereditary condition resulting in low red blood cell counts), fit, muscular hypotonia (decreased muscle tone), flaccid paresis (loose and floppy limbs), bleeding or blood clotting disorders, kidney, liver or heart diseases, inform your doctor before taking ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE as it may increase the risk of severe adverse effects.

PREGNANCY

ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE is not recommended for pregnant women, especially in the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may cause harm to the fetus. However, please consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

BREAST FEEDING

Avoid breastfeeding while taking ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby. However, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

DRIVING

ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE may cause drowsiness, tiredness, dizziness, or vision problems in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel any of these symptoms after taking ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE.

LIVER

Take ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Avoid taking ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE if you have severe liver failure.

KIDNEY

Take ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Avoid taking ACECLOFENAC+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE if you have severe kidney disease.