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Defenac MR Tablet

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Introduction of Defenac MR Tablet

Defenac MR Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of pain due to muscle spasm. It improves the movement of muscles and provides relief from pain and discomfort associated with muscle spasms.

Defenac MR Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Defenac MR Tablet1 and Defenac MR Tablet2, which relieves pain and relaxes the muscles.

Uses of Defenac MR Tablet

  • Pain due to muscle spasm

Benefits of Defenac MR Tablet

In Pain due to muscle spasm

Defenac MR Tablet treats pain due to muscle spasm by relaxing stiff muscles. It also reduces swelling in the muscles. Altogether, it helps in easy movement and reduces discomfort. Once you see some improvement, you can start doing therapy exercises (such as walking or breathing exercises) that will help you get your strength back more quickly. It is advisable to continue taking Defenac MR Tablet until your doctor advises you to stop.

Side effects of Defenac MR Tablet

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 Defenac MR

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Heartburn
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain/epigastric pain
  • Loss of appetite
  • Dizziness
  • Sleepiness

How to use Defenac MR Tablet

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. Defenac MR Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Defenac MR Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Defenac MR Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Defenac MR Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Defenac MR Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Defenac MR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Defenac MR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Defenac MR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Defenac MR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended in patients with liver disease if this medicine is to be taken for a long time.

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Quick tips

Defenac MR Tablet

  • Defenac MR Tablet helps relieve pain and muscle spasm that may occur due to strains, sprains, and muscle injuries.
  • It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Defenac MR Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness.

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PAIN ANALGESICS

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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Neck pain when I move my neck a bit. I think it's due to exercise and gyming .
Dr. Sunil Tripathi
Physiotherapy
It might be muscle soreness or muscle spasm due to improper Posture or overuse of musclesConsult a Physiotherapist in your area
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sir/madam i have pain in my testical(in left side) it slept at 4am. when I woke up it was paining since 2 days it may be due to cold and there is no swelling. may be little bit.
Dr. Shyam Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Hello PATIENT to 1mg. Your pain may be due to cold spasm or tortion. If pain persist please visit surgeon and examined.
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References

  1. Diclofenac. Daventry, Northamptonshire: Dexcel Pharma Ltd.; 1996 [revised 20 Dec. 2017]. [Accessed 29Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Drugs.com. Chlorzoxazone. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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