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About Bakwel 8mg Capsule

THIOCOLCHICOSIDE belongs to a group of medicines called muscle relaxants 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).

THIOCOLCHICOSIDE contains ''Thiocochicoside'' which works on the centres of spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby helping relieve pain due to muscle spasms.

Pain due to muscle spasms

Uses of Bakwel 8mg Capsule

Pain due to muscle spasms

Medicinal Benefits of Bakwel 8mg Capsule

THIOCOLCHICOSIDE belongs to a group of medicines called muscle relaxants 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). THIOCOLCHICOSIDE works on the centres of spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby helping relieve pain due to muscle spasms.

Directions for Use

Take THIOCOLCHICOSIDE with or without food. The tablet form of THIOCOLCHICOSIDE should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water, do not chew, or break the tablet. A healthcare professional will administer the injection form of THIOCOLCHICOSIDE, do not self-administer. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take THIOCOLCHICOSIDE.

Side Effects of Bakwel 8mg Capsule

Like all medicines, THIOCOLCHICOSIDE can also cause side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. Drowsiness, stomach upset, indigestion, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting are the common side-effects of THIOCOLCHICOSIDE. Please consult your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

THIOCOLCHICOSIDE may have interaction with other muscle relaxant drugs and sedatives.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking THIOCOLCHICOSIDE as it may increase drowsiness.

 

PREGNANCY

Avoid taking THIOCOLCHICOSIDE if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause foetal harm.

BREAST FEEDING

Avoid taking THIOCOLCHICOSIDE if you are breastfeeding as it passes into breastmilk. 

DRIVING

THIOCOLCHICOSIDE may cause drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

LIVER

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment.

KIDNEY

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment.