Nimesulide & Tizanidine Hydrochloride Tablets

Nimesulide & Tizanidine Hydrochloride Tablets come under the branding INTARIO-MR. It is a combination medicine used to relieve pain due to muscle spasms such as arthritis, muscle pain, tooth pain, bone and joint pain, headache, and period pain. Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary contractions of the muscle, which can be painful and uncomfortable.

Nimesulide & Tizanidine Hydrochloride Tablets contain Nimesulide (analgesic) and Tizanidine (muscle relaxant). Nimesulide works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Tizanidine works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain, which helps relieve muscle stiffness, thereby improving muscle movements. Together, Nimesulide & Tizanidine Hydrochloride helps in reducing pain due to muscle spasms.

Medical Benefits of Nimesulide & Tizanidine Hydrochloride Tablets

• It is used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis,  muscle pain, tooth pain, bone and joint pain, headache, and period pain.
• It is a muscle relaxant that works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain.
• This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements.
• It acts as an analgesic that works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.

Side Effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Diarrhoea
• Dry mouth
• Loss of appetite
• Indigestion

Direction for Use

• Do not crush, break or chew it.
• Swallow it as a whole with water.
• Please take this medicine in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor based on specific medical conditions.

Storage

• Keep it away from sunlight.
• Store in a cool and dry place.

Precautions

• Avoid the consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.
• Avoid the usage of tobacco.
• Please consult your doctor before taking these tablets, if you are pregnant.
• Do not give it to children below 12 years unless prescribed by a doctor.
• Do not use it when you need muscle tone for safe balance and body movement during various activities.

Frequently Asked Questions for Nimesulide & Tizanidine Hydrochloride Tablets

Does this medicine relieve arthritic pain?

It is used to reduce and relieve pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis. Arthritis is tenderness and swelling in the joints.

Does it cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of this medicine. Drink enough fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if the condition persists or worsens.

Can I take this medicine for longer durations?

It should not be taken for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. Use the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration.

How to cope with dry mouth?

A dry mouth could be a side-effect of this medicine. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevents drying of the mouth.

I have stomach ulcers. Can I take this medicine?

Taking this medicine can elevate symptoms of gastric ulcer and bleeding. So, talk to your doctor before taking it if you have gastrointestinal bleeding or other bleeding problems like haemophilia before using it.