Uses of the drug Decontractyl

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Safe drug use is important in ensuring efficacy and safety. Décontractyl is a muscle relaxant sold by prescription at pharmacies, hospitals, and clinics. Learn more about Décontractyl's uses, usage, dosage, and drug interactions through the following article.

1. What is Décontractyl?

Décontractyl belongs to the group of drugs that relax muscles and increase muscle tone. The drug is produced domestically by Sanofi-Aventis Vietnam Co., Ltd. Registration number VD-26017-16.
The main ingredients of Décontractyl include:
Mephenesine; Avicel PH101; Aerosil; Opadry II 85G 53453 orange; Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; Opadry OY-S 29019 clear; Manganese stearate; Corn starch; Pure water. Décontractyl is a prescription drug, used only when prescribed by a doctor or pharmacist. Décontractyl is prepared in the form of sugar coated tablets, content of 250mg, 500mg. Box of 2 blisters x 18 tablets, packed in a rectangular box.

2. Uses and indications of the drug Décontractyl

Mephenesin – the main ingredient of Décontractyl is an active muscle relaxant. It acts pharmacologically directly at the CNS, spinal cord and peripheral nervous system on skeletal and smooth muscle fibers.
Thus, Décontractyl acts on reflexes in the spinal nerves. From there, it helps to inhibit the excessive activity of nerve reflexes, thereby relaxing the muscles. In addition, it also stimulates muscles by acting on striated muscles. Décontractyl is absorbed very quickly after you take it and is excreted in the urine.
Looking at the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of Décontractyl we can clearly see the use of the drug Décontractyl. Accordingly, the main uses of Décontractyl are:
Pain relief, muscle pain support; The conditions of muscle spasticity in patients with bone and joint problems such as spondylolisthesis or spinal postural disorders (neck scoliosis, lumbar pain, scoliosis, ...); Sphincter pains. Décontractyl is a drug that relieves muscle pain and reduces spasms.

3. Contraindications Décontractyl

Décontractyl should not be used in the following cases:
Allergies, hypersensitivity to any drugs, or ingredients contained in Décontractyl; Patients with inherited disorders of Porphyrine metabolism; Pregnant; Breastfeeding; ... If you suspect any problems while taking Décontractyl, please actively share and ask your doctor, pharmacist to ensure safety.

4. Dosage – how to use the drug Décontractyl

The drug Décontractyl can be used for adults and children over 15 years old. The only way to take the drug is to swallow it with filtered water, boiled and cooled water.
The recommended dose of Décontractyl is from 2 to 4 tablets (500mg)/day. Drink 3 times a day.

5. Be careful when using Décontractyl


Décontractyl is a muscle relaxant. Therefore, it should be used with extreme caution when used for subjects such as:
Have a history of, are suffering from respiratory diseases: bronchial asthma, chronic asthma, acute asthma,...; Cases of hypersensitivity to drugs or Aspirin; Using stimulants or being addicted to alcohol for a long time,...; Subjects with a history of liver failure, renal failure or poor liver and kidney function; Concomitant use with alcohol, beer can cause side effects. Drivers and machine operators need to be careful because Décontractyl can cause drowsiness and reduce coordination.

6. Décontractyl . interaction

Décontractyl may be less effective or cause cross-allergenicity if taken with drugs containing the ingredient Tartrazine. Therefore, its use in combination with Tartrazine should be avoided. In addition, caution should be exercised when co-administering with other groups of analgesics and anti-inflammatory drugs. Especially aspirin because it can cause cross-allergies. Alcohol and other CNS depressants, if taken with or in combination with Décontractyl, can also increase side effects.

7. Décontractyl . side effects

Although Décontractyl has been clinically tested, side effects are still reported when used. The side effects that are warned when taking Décontractyl are:
Feeling of drowsiness; Vomiting and nausea; Allergy; Hypotension ; Rash; ... It is necessary to monitor, detect and notify the doctor of the side effects when using the drug.

8. Some notes when using Décontractyl

Décontractyl drugs belong to the group of drugs used by prescription, do not buy and use on their own. Besides, in order to use drugs safely, we need to pay attention to:
Inform your doctor about drugs you have taken recently or are currently using; Monitor clinical manifestations after taking the drug and notify the doctor; It is necessary to inform the doctor intending to become pregnant, the state of pregnancy (if any) when there is an indication to use Décontractyl; Tell your doctor about any current medical conditions, or medical, family history; Use according to the instructions, do not arbitrarily adjust the dose; ... The drug Décontractyl only has the maximum effect when you use it properly and have a doctor's prescription.

9. How to preserve Décontractyl

Décontractyl is well stored in dry conditions, the ideal temperature is below 30 degrees. Décontractyl belongs to the group of prescription muscle relaxants. The main use is to relieve muscle sphincter pain, indicated for adults and children over 15 years old. The information compiled above is for reference only and is not a substitute for any medical indication.

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