Caregesic-TH Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of pain due to muscle spasms. It improves the movement of muscles and provides relief from pain and discomfort associated with muscle spasms.
Caregesic-TH Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach pain, loss of appetite, and diarrhea. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away with time, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these side effects.
The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Earlier taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, and liver. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should first consult their doctors before using the medicine.
Uses:
Treatment of inflammatory conditions associated with Muscle spasm
Treatment of Pain due to muscle spasm
Directions For Use:
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. Caregesic-TH Tablet should be taken with or after food.
Side Effects:
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
Ordinary side effects of Caregesic-TH
Dizziness
Diarrhea
Increased liver enzymes
Nausea
Dyspepsia
Abdominal pain
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Caregesic-TH Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Caregesic-TH Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Caregesic-TH Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Caregesic-TH Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Caregesic-TH Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Caregesic-TH Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. Employ of Caregesic-TH Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advisable while the patient is taking this medicine.
FAQs:
What is Caregesic-TH Tablet?
Caregesic-TH Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Aceclofenac and Thiocolchicoside. This medication helps in relieving muscle pain. It relaxes the muscles by acting on the central nervous system and lowering chemical substance in the body that cause pain and inflammation.
Is it safe to use Caregesic-TH Tablet?
Affirmative, Caregesic-TH Tablet is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause some common unwanted side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhoea and other uncommon and rare side effects. Inform your doctor if you experience any persistent problem due to the medication.
Can the Caregesic-TH Tablet be stopped when my pain is relieved?
Caregesic-TH Tablet is usually used for short term and can be discontinued when the pain is relieved. However, Caregesic-TH Tablet should be continued if your doctor has advised you to do so.
Can the use of Caregesic-TH Tablet cause dizziness?
Affirmative, the use of Caregesic-TH Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Caregesic-TH Tablet?
The use of Caregesic-TH Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to painkillers or any of the components or excipients of this medicine. The use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcer or in patients with active, recurrent stomach ulcer/bleeding. It should also be avoided in patients with history of heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
Can Caregesic-TH Tablet be taken with Vitamin B-complex?
Affirmative, Caregesic-TH Tablet can be taken with Vitamin B-complex preparations. While Caregesic-TH Tablet helps to relieve pain, Vitamin B-complex can help to correct the vitamin deficiency that might be causing your symptoms.
Can the use of Caregesic-TH Tablet cause damage to kidneys?
Affirmative, the long-term use of Caregesic-TH Tablet can cause damage to the kidneys. Normal kidneys produce a chemical called prostaglandins that protects them from damage. Employ of painkillers lower the levels of prostaglandins in the body which leads to kidney damage on long-term use. Employ of painkillers is not recommended in patients with underlying kidney disease.
Will Caregesic-TH Tablet be more effective if taken in higher doses?
No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
What is Caregesic-TH Tablet?
Caregesic-TH Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Aceclofenac and Thiocolchicoside. This medication helps in relieving muscle pain. It relaxes the muscles by acting on the central nervous system and lowering chemical substance in the body that cause pain and inflammation.
Is it safe to use Caregesic-TH Tablet?
Affirmative, Caregesic-TH Tablet is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause some common unwanted side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhoea and other uncommon and rare side effects. Inform your doctor if you experience any persistent problem due to the medication.
Can the Caregesic-TH Tablet be stopped when my pain is relieved?
Caregesic-TH Tablet is usually used for short term and can be discontinued when the pain is relieved. However, Caregesic-TH Tablet should be continued if your doctor has advised you to do so.
Can the use of Caregesic-TH Tablet cause dizziness?
Affirmative, the use of Caregesic-TH Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Caregesic-TH Tablet?
The use of Caregesic-TH Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to painkillers or any of the components or excipients of this medicine. The use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcer or in patients with active, recurrent stomach ulcer/bleeding. It should also be avoided in patients with history of heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
Can Caregesic-TH Tablet be taken with Vitamin B-complex?
Affirmative, Caregesic-TH Tablet can be taken with Vitamin B-complex preparations. While Caregesic-TH Tablet helps to relieve pain, Vitamin B-complex can help to correct the vitamin deficiency that might be causing your symptoms.
Can the use of Caregesic-TH Tablet cause damage to kidneys?
Affirmative, the long-term use of Caregesic-TH Tablet can cause damage to the kidneys. Normal kidneys produce a chemical called prostaglandins that protects them from damage. Employ of painkillers lower the levels of prostaglandins in the body which leads to kidney damage on long-term use. Employ of painkillers is not recommended in patients with underlying kidney disease.
Will Caregesic-TH Tablet be more effective if taken in higher doses?
No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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