Uses of Tadadecon

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1. What is Tadadecon?

Tadadecon belongs to the group of muscle relaxants and increases muscle tone, manufactured by Pharmaceutical Factory 150 - Ministry of Defense - Vietnam. Currently, Tadadecon is commonly used to treat spinal postural disorders or degenerative spine diseases.
Tadadecon drug is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets, box includes 2 blisters x 25 tablets, each tablet contains the following active ingredients:
Main active ingredient: Mephenesin 250mg. Other excipients: Lactose, Avicel, Malze starch (Corn Starch), Magnesium stearate, Croscarmellose sodium, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC), Talc powder, Polyethylene glycol 6000 (PEG 6000), Jaune orange S, Rouge cochenille and Titanium dioxide function Sufficient amount of 1 tablet.

2. What are the effects of Tadadecon?

2.1. Mephenesin active ingredient Mephenesin is a centrally acting muscle relaxant that is rapidly absorbed after oral administration. After about 1 hour, Mephenesin reaches peak blood concentrations and has a half-life of 3/4 hours.
Active ingredient Mephenesin is metabolised strongly and excreted outside the body mainly through urine. Mephenesin is often used for supportive treatment of painful spasms caused by degenerative spondylolisthesis or spinal autonomic disorders.
2.2. Indications for the use of Tadadecon Currently, Tadadecon is often prescribed by doctors for supportive treatment of the following conditions:
Treatment of muscle spasticity due to degenerative spine diseases. Treatment of pain caused by spinal postural disorders. Supportive treatment for back pain, curvature of the neck and low back pain. 2.3. Contraindications to the use of Tadadecon Do not use Tadadecon for the following patients without a doctor's prescription:
Patients with a history of allergy or hypersensitivity to the active ingredient Mephenesin or any of the ingredients any excipients of the drug. Patients with porphyria. Pregnant. Mother is breastfeeding.

3. Dosage and instructions for use of Tadadecon

Tadadecon is used according to the dose recommended by the doctor, so the patient needs to use the drug exactly as prescribed. Never exceed the dose or reduce the prescribed dose to prevent the risk of experiencing side effects.
Normally, Tadadecon dose for adults and children over 15 years old is 250mg (equivalent to 2 - 4 tablets), 3 times a day. Tadadecon is made in the form of tablets, so patients need to take it by mouth with a sufficient amount of filtered water, ideally 240ml. About the time to use the drug to suit the health condition, the patient should discuss specifically with the treating doctor.
Avoid taking Tadadecon with alcoholic beverages, carbonated water or coffee. These beverages, when combined with Tadadecon, can cause adverse reactions to the therapeutic effects of the drug.
Incorrect use of Tadadecon, such as increasing the dose, can cause symptoms of drug overdose such as hypotension, decreased muscle tone, visual disturbances, respiratory paralysis or incoordination. . When any warning signs of Tadadecon overdose appear, the patient should stop treatment and notify the doctor as soon as possible to find a solution.

4. Possible side effects when taking Tadadecon

During the use of Tadadecon, patients may experience some of the following side effects:
Common side effects: Nausea, abdominal cramps, convulsions, tremors, sweating. These symptoms usually appear when the patient is taking Tadadecon for a long time. Uncommon side effects: Body pain, joint pain, irritability, nausea, constipation, diarrhea, rash, loss of appetite, vomiting, anaphylaxis, agitation hallucinations. Rare side effects: Allergies, anaphylaxis, rash or somnolence. You need to tell your doctor right away if you have any strange symptoms after taking Tadadecon. Some side effects have the risk of serious progression and sequelae if detected and treated late.

5. Notes and precautions when using Tadadecon

5.1. What precautions should be taken while using Tadadecon? During the course of treatment with Tadadecon, you should note the following recommendations:
Caution when using Tadadecon for people with a history of bronchial asthma, allergies, allergic reactions to drugs and allergies to Aspirin. Tadadecon should be used with caution in patients with respiratory disease, a history of drug addiction, muscle weakness, or impaired renal function. Concomitant use of alcohol with Tadadecon or other central nervous system depressants may cause some adverse side effects for patients. Because Tadadecon has the potential to cause drowsiness and impair motor coordination, people taking this medicine should avoid operating machines or driving. Do not arbitrarily use the drug for pregnant women and nursing mothers, because Tadadecon has the risk of harming the child or the mother's pregnancy. Store Tadadecon in a cool, dry area, away from direct sunlight or high temperature. Check the expiry date of Tadadecon before using to avoid taking expired medicine. 5.2. Does Tadadecon interact with other drugs? Here are other drugs that can interact with Tadadecon:
Alcohol or other stimulants. Drugs belonging to another class of CNS depressants. In addition, Tadadecon also has the potential to interact with other drugs not mentioned above. Ideally, you should tell your doctor about the list of medications you are currently taking to rule out the risk of drug interactions.
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