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Diclofenac + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) + Tizanidine

Uses

Diclofenac, Paracetamol, and Tizanidine are used for the treatment of muscular pain.

How it Works

How Diclofenac, Paracetamol, and Tizanidine work Diclofenac, Paracetamol, and Tizanidine is a combination of three medicines: Paracetamol, Diclofenac, and Tizanidine. Paracetamol is an antipyretic (fever reducer), while Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). They work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause fever and pain, respectively. Tizanidine is a muscle relaxant that acts on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasms and to improve pain and movement in the muscles.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Diclofenac, Paracetamol, and Tizanidine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, heartburn, loss of appetite, dryness in the mouth, sleepiness, tiredness, and dizziness.

Expert Advice

  • You have been prescribed Diclofenac + Paracetamol + Tizanidine to relieve pain due to muscle spasms.
  • This medication is most effective when taken in conjunction with proper rest and physical therapy.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Diclofenac + Paracetamol + Tizanidine, as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
  • Older adults may experience increased drowsiness, confusion, and a higher risk of falling as a result of taking Diclofenac + Paracetamol + Tizanidine.
  • Do not take this medication with any other medicine containing acetaminophen (including drugs for pain, fever, or cough-and-cold) without consulting your doctor first.