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Epelax drug has the main ingredient is Eperison hydrochloride, commonly used in the treatment of hypertonia. The information about the uses and ingredients of the drug helps patients to use the drug effectively.
1. What is Epelax?
Epelax is manufactured by Daewoo Pharm Company. Co., Ltd., Korea. Epelax is classified as a muscle relaxant and muscle relaxant. The main active ingredient of Epelax is Eperison hydrochloride.
Dosage form: white sugar coated tablets, each containing 50mg of Eperison hydrochloride and other excipients.
Packing: blister of 10 tablets, each box contains 10 blisters.
2. Uses of Epelax
Pharmacodynamics: Eperison hydrochloride exerts a skeletal muscle relaxant and vasodilator effect through its action on the central nervous system and vascular smooth muscle. Eperison hydrochloride is effective in improving symptoms associated with hypertonia. The action of Eperison hydrochloride on the spinal cord reduces spinal reflexes, thereby causing skeletal muscle relaxation by reducing the response of muscle spindles to the gamma centrifugation system. In addition to the vasodilator effect, it also helps to increase circulation. Eperison hydrochloride has been shown to be a drug that improves symptoms of spasticity and muscle tone such as cervical spondylosis, low back pain, spastic extremities, cervical spondylosis, ...Pharmacy Pharmacokinetics: In laboratory rats, Eperison hydrochloride was absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and unchanged plasma concentrations were low. Eperisone hydrochloride is metabolized by hydration of carboxylates. Eperisone hydrochloride is eliminated in feces and urine.
3. Indications and contraindications of Epelax
Epelax is indicated in the following cases:
Treatment of hypertonia in patients with cervical spondylitis, shoulder periarthritis, perilumbar inflammation. Spastic paralysis is related to cerebrovascular disease, due to spinal cord, cervical spondylosis, postoperative sequelae, trauma, cerebral palsy, spinal degeneration, ... Contraindications: Absolutely do not use Epelax drug in cases of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the drug.
4. Dosage and how to take Epelax
To ensure safety during drug use, you need to follow your doctor's instructions on dosage, route of administration and duration of treatment. Do not change the dosage, route of administration and stop taking it without your doctor's approval. Besides, you need to pay attention, do not give medicine to other people to use when they see that they have the same disease as you.
Dosage of Epelax refer to the following:
Dosage: 1 tablet/time x 3 times/day. Dosage is adjusted according to the patient's age and severity of the condition. How to use: Patients should take Epelax after meals to avoid stomach irritation. Patients should take the drug with a large amount of water, swallow the tablet whole, do not chew or break the tablet. What should I do if I miss a dose of Epelax? Patients should take another dose as soon as they remember, possibly 1-2 hours after the prescribed time. If it's close to your next dose, skip it and use the next one as directed. Note: Do not take a double dose to make up for a previously forgotten dose.
What to do in case of an overdose of Epelax ? When taking an overdose, you should monitor your health and immediately go to the nearest medical facility when any unusual symptoms appear. In particular, please pay attention to bring all the medicines you are using to facilitate the diagnosis.
5. Undesirable effects when using Epelax
During the use of Epelax medicine, in addition to the drug effects, you may experience some unwanted effects such as: dizziness, dizziness, insomnia, itching, erythema multiforme, digestive disorders , liver and kidney dysfunction, blood disorders, shock, ...
In addition, you may experience other side effects that have not been listed or have not been studied. Therefore, contact your doctor as soon as any unusual symptoms appear during the use of Epelax for timely advice.
6. Drug interactions
The phenomenon of drug interactions can affect the bioavailability, effects as well as increase the side effects of the drug. So to avoid interactions, you need to list and inform your doctor about all the medicines you are using, including prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, dietary supplements, herbs, ... Some Drugs that can interact with Epelax drugs such as:
Tolperisone HCl Methocarbamol In addition, patients should limit the use of alcoholic beverages or stimulants during the use of Epelax.
7. Some notes when using Epelax
During the use of Epelax, patients should note:
Using Epelax for pregnant and lactating women: It is necessary to carefully weigh the benefits for the mother and the risks for the fetus/infant when deciding to use Epelax. plan to take medication and always consult your doctor. Epelax can cause drowsiness, so it should be used with caution when driving, operating machinery, working at height. Epelax should be used with caution in patients with impaired liver function. Store Epelax in the original manufacturer's packaging, place in a cool dry place, avoid moisture and direct sunlight, the best temperature is below 30 degrees Celsius. Keep Epelax away from children's play areas, avoid children ingesting the product.
Epelax drug has the main ingredient is Eperison hydrochloride, commonly used in the treatment of hypertonia. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects, patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor, professional pharmacist.
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