API

Chlorzoxazone (500mg) + Diclofenac (50mg) + Paracetamol (325mg)

Drug classification

Chlorzoxazone: Muscle relaxants; Diclofenac: NSAIDs; Paracetamol: Analgesics (non-opioid).

Dosage form

Tablet

API strength per dosage

Chlorzoxazone 500 mg, Diclofenac 50 mg, Paracetamol 325 mg.

Dose

Adults: 1-2 tablets every 8 hours. Not recommended for children. Use cautiously in elderly or those with renal/hepatic impairment; consider dose adjustment. Avoid in pregnancy and lactation unless clearly necessary.

Mechanism of action

Indications

Treatment of Pain due to muscle spasm

Side effects

Nausea Vomiting Heartburn Stomach pain Diarrhea Loss of appetite Dryness in mouth

Pregnancy category

Precautions

Avoid in liver disease, renal impairment, peptic ulcer, asthma, bleeding disorders, heart failure; caution in elderly; monitor liver function; avoid concurrent alcohol use; not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding; may impair ability to drive or operate machinery; avoid with other hepatotoxic or nephrotoxic drugs.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to ingredients, active peptic ulcer, severe hepatic impairment, severe renal impairment, heart failure, pregnancy (third trimester), lactation, children under 12 years, asthma exacerbated by NSAIDs.