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D'cotatyl 250 is a pharmaceutical product manufactured in Vietnam. Uses D'cotatyl 250 is used to indicate supportive treatment of degenerative spine diseases and spinal postural disorders.
1. What is D'cotatyl 250?
D'cotatyl is a drug belonging to the group of muscle relaxants and muscle tone enhancers, with the main ingredient being the active ingredient Mephenesin 250mg. The drug is often used to indicate the treatment of degenerative spine diseases and spinal postural disorders.D'cotatyl 250mg is made in the form of tablets, packed in boxes of 10 blisters x 25 film-coated tablets.
2. Uses of the drug D'cotatyl 250
2.1 Effect of drug ingredients Active ingredient Mephenesin in D'cotatyl 250mg is a centrally acting muscle relaxant. Mephenesin's mechanism is neuromuscular blockade, in order to calm down slightly and cause muscle relaxation.
After oral administration, Mephenesin will be rapidly absorbed and metabolized in the liver, and then eliminated mainly through the urine.
2.2 Indication D'cotatyl drug is used to appoint in the following cases:
Support for the treatment of degenerative spine diseases and spinal postural disorders such as: muscle spastic pains due to spondylosis. spinal pain, low back pain, back pain, neck curvature, spinal posture disorders,... Reduce pain caused by muscle spasms. 2.3 Contraindications D'cotatyl 250mg is contraindicated in some of the following cases:
People with allergies or hypersensitivity to the ingredients of the drug. Patients with porphyria. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. 2.4 How to use – Dosage D’cotatyl 250 will be fully effective if used correctly and at the right dose.
The drug is in the form of tablets that should be taken orally with cooled boiled water. To avoid stomach irritation, the patient should take the drug after meals. Do not crush or break the tablet as it may affect the effectiveness of the medicine. Do not take the medicine with tea, soft drinks, fruit juices, coffee, alcohol, beer will affect the effect of the drug. Do not arbitrarily change the way of use, which may reduce the therapeutic effect. Dosage for adults and children over 15 years old: Take 2-4 tablets/day and divide into 3 oral doses. If you intend to use it for children under 15 years old, you should talk to a qualified doctor to prevent possible risks. Note: This dosage is for reference only, so you should consult your doctor, pharmacist, or medical professional for advice on the most appropriate and specific dosage.
2.5 Handling missed dose, overdose When you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember, however if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Absolutely do not take twice the prescribed dose, which may cause an overdose or cause adverse health effects.
Using D'cotatyl more than the recommended dose will easily lead to an overdose with symptoms such as somnolence, hallucinations, coma, hypotension, visual disturbances, respiratory paralysis, loss of consciousness. coordinated action.
In case of overdose or unusual signs when using the drug, you need to stop using and consult a doctor or call 911 emergency center or go to the nearest medical facility for advice and control. investigated and handled in a timely manner.
2.6 Side effects When taking D'cotatyl 250mg, users may experience some unwanted side effects such as:
Mephenesin is an oral form that can cause side effects such as tremors, convulsions, abdominal cramps, sweating, nausea. These side effects often occur in patients who require prolonged use of the drug. Common: Fatigue, lethargy, drowsiness, dyspnea, ataxia, muscle weakness. Uncommon: Body pain, irritability, arthralgia, constipation, nausea, diarrhea and rash. Rare: Rash, somnolence, anaphylaxis (very rare). To prevent risky situations, when using the drug and experiencing unwanted side effects or other unusual signs, please notify your doctor for timely treatment.
2.7 Drug Interactions There are currently no drug interaction studies with D-cotatyl. However, if you drink alcohol or take stimulants while taking the drug, the effects on the central nervous system of mephenesin may be increased.
Ideally, to avoid interactions during use, do not arbitrarily combine D'cotatyl with other brand-name drugs. Absolutely do not drink alcohol, beer, stimulants while taking the drug.
3. Notes and cautions when using D'cotatyl 250mg
In order for the use of D'cotatyl 250mg to be fully effective and ensure safe use, users need to pay attention and be cautious about a number of issues:
Use the drug according to the instructions and recommendations of the doctor, pharmacist. Absolutely do not arbitrarily increase or decrease the dose of the drug and do not suddenly stop taking it without consulting your doctor. Patients with a history of allergies, allergic reactions to drugs and especially allergic to aspirin, bronchial asthma should not use the drug. People with respiratory diseases, a history of drug addiction, muscle weakness and impaired liver and kidney function must pay attention to prevent it, it is best not to use it. Concomitant use of D'cotatyl with alcohol and other CNS depressants may increase undesirable effects. Because the drug can impair coordination and may cause drowsiness, patients taking mephenesin should not drive or operate machinery. The drug can have an adverse effect on pregnancy and it can pass into breast milk, so women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take it. To ensure the use of D'cotatyl drug to achieve good and long-lasting quality, not damaged, moldy. Then you should store the medicine in a dry place with a temperature below 30 degrees and not exposed to sunlight. Avoid storing medicines in bathrooms, refrigerators and humid places.
It is necessary to keep the medicine out of the reach and sight of small children to prevent children from playing and drinking, affecting the health of children.
Above is information about D'cotatyl 250 drug, hopefully with this information, it will help people know the use of D'cotatyl 250 drug and use the drug properly and at the right dose to achieve a therapeutic effect. the best.
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