Thysid 4mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Thysid 4mg Tablet is a muscle relaxer. It provides relief from the discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions such as rigidity, tension, stiffness, and muscle spasms.
Thysid 4mg Tablet is used to relieve or reduce increased muscle stiffness in various diseases of the brain
Thysid 4mg Tablet is used to relieve or reduce increased muscle stiffness in various diseases of the brain
Uses of Thysid Tablet
- Muscle relaxation
Benefits of Thysid Tablet
In Muscle relaxation
Thysid 4mg Tablet is a muscle relaxant that is used to relieve rigidity, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect skeletal 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. 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 Thysid 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 Thysid
- Sleepiness
- Diarrhea
How to use Thysid 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. Thysid 4mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Thysid Tablet works
Thysid 4mg Tablet is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm without reduction in strength. This improves pain and movement of muscles.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Thysid 4mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Thysid 4mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Thysid 4mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Thysid 4mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Thysid 4mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Thysid 4mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Thysid Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Thysid 4mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Thysid 4mg Tablet 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.
- Thysid 4mg Tablet 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 Thysid 4mg Tablet 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
Phenolic Glycosides Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Skeletal muscle relaxant- Centrally acting
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Thysid 4mg Tablet?
Thysid 4mg Tablet is a muscle relaxant which is used in adults and adolescents from 16 years onwards as an add-on treatment for painful muscular contractions. It is to be used for acute conditions related to the spinal column.
Is Thysid 4mg Tablet a steroid?
No, Thysid 4mg Tablet is not a steroid. It is a naturally occurring glucoside from a plant source.
Thysid 4mg Tablet is derived from which plant?
Thysid 4mg Tablet is a semi-synthetic derivative of naturally occurring compound colchicoside from the plant Gloriosa superb.
Is Thysid 4mg Tablet safe?
Thysid 4mg Tablet is a safe medicine if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor. Recently, there have been reports that one of the products formed in the body when taking Thysid 4mg Tablet at high doses may cause damage to the some cells which could be a risk factor for cancer, harm to unborn child and impairment of male fertility. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
How does Thysid 4mg Tablet works?
Thiocochicoside works by acting on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve the muscle stiffness or spasm.
Is Thysid 4mg Tablet addictive?
No, Thysid 4mg Tablet is not known to have any addiction potential.
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- Drugs.com. Thiocolchicoside. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Thiocolchicoside. 17 Jan. 2014. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Medcure Pharma
Address: Plot No. 10, Sai Road, Baddi – 173205, Himachal Pradesh, India
Country of origin: India
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₹165
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10.0 tablets in 1 strip
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