Benzaday 15 Capsule ER
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Product introduction
Benzaday 15 Capsule ER is a muscle relaxer. It provides relief from the discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions such as rigidity, tension, stiffness, and muscle spasms.
Benzaday 15 Capsule ER is used to relieve or reduce increased muscle stiffness in various diseases of the brain
Benzaday 15 Capsule ER is used to relieve or reduce increased muscle stiffness in various diseases of the brain
Uses of Benzaday Capsule ER
- Muscle relaxation
Benefits of Benzaday Capsule ER
In Muscle relaxation
Benzaday 15 Capsule ER is a muscle relaxant that is used to relieve rigidity, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for such symptoms. It effectively relieves muscle stiffness or spasm, thereby improving muscle movement.
Take Benzaday 15 Capsule ER as prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Take Benzaday 15 Capsule ER as prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Side effects of Benzaday Capsule ER
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Benzaday
- Sleepiness
- Dryness in mouth
- Tiredness
- Headache
How to use Benzaday Capsule ER
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Benzaday 15 Capsule ER is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Benzaday 15 Capsule ER may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Benzaday 15 Capsule ER is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Benzaday 15 Capsule ER is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Benzaday 15 Capsule ER may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Benzaday 15 Capsule ER in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Benzaday 15 Capsule ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Benzaday 15 Capsule ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Benzaday 15 Capsule ER is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.
Use of Benzaday 15 Capsule ER is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.
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Quick tips
- Benzaday 15 Capsule ER provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
- Take it with or after food or a glass of milk.
- Benzaday 15 Capsule ER may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Benzaday 15 Capsule ER as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Dibenzocycloheptene Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Skeletal muscle relaxant- Centrally acting
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Benzaday 15 Capsule ER
Once A Day
85%
Twice A Day
10%
Thrice A week
5%
What are you using Benzaday Capsule ER for?
Muscle relaxa*
80%
Others
20%
*Muscle relaxation
How much was the improvement?
Poor
100%
FAQs
Is Benzaday 15 Capsule ER a painkiller?
No, Benzaday 15 Capsule ER is not a painkiller. It is a muscle relaxant that is used to relieve muscle spasms (uncontrolled movements). Muscle spasms can be due to an injury, sprain, or any underlying medical condition affecting the nervous system.
What is Benzaday 15 Capsule ER used for?
Benzaday 15 Capsule ER is used to relax muscles and relieve pain and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, and other muscle injuries. It is generally prescribed along with rest and physical therapy.
Does Benzaday 15 Capsule ER work right away?
This medicine is highly effective in giving relief from muscle spasms (tightness) and discomfort associated with it. Some people may start to feel the effects within 30 minutes, and some within an hour. This depends on your condition, dose prescribed and your response to treatment.
What are the side effects of Benzaday 15 Capsule ER?
Some of the side effects of this medicine are excessive drowsiness, headache, dryness in the mouth, and tiredness.
What happens if I drink alcohol with Benzaday 15 Capsule ER?
It's best to avoid alcohol while you are taking cyclobenzaprine because it can make the side effects like dizziness and drowsiness much worse.
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- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 334-35
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Marketer details
Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
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