Uses of the drug Detyltatyl 250mg

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Detyltatyl 250mg contains the active ingredient Mephenesin, a centrally acting muscle relaxant. The drug helps to relax muscles by the mechanism of neuromuscular blockade. The following article will provide readers with some general information about this drug.

1. What is Detyltatyl 250mg?

Detyltatyl 250mg is a sugar coated tablet containing the active ingredient Mephenesin 250mg. The drug is used to support the treatment of muscle spasticity in degenerative spondylosis and spinal postural disorders, back pain, low back pain, neck curvature.

2. Uses of the drug Detyltatyl 250mg

Mephenesin is a muscle relaxant with CNS effects. The drug helps to relax the muscles and mildly calm down by the mechanism of neuromuscular blockade. The drug has a systemic effect and also acts at the site of contact. Therefore, on the market, there are also skin creams. However, there is a limitation that the duration of action of the drug is quite short. Mephenesin is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and distributed to most tissues in the body, reaching high blood concentrations in less than 1 hour. Mephenesin is mainly metabolised in the liver and excreted in the urine in both unchanged and metabolites. In summary, Detyltatyl 250mg is used in the adjuvant treatment of spastic muscle pain in patients with remission. spondylolisthesis and postural disorders.

3. Dosage of the drug Detyltatyl 250mg

Detyltatyl 250mg is available as a sugar coated tablet and taken orally. The patient should take the medicine on an empty stomach. Dosage for adults and children over 15 years old: 1 - 2 tablets/time x 3 times/day. Patients should note that the above dosage is for reference only. The specific dosage may vary depending on the condition and severity of the disease. To get the right dose, the patient should consult a medical professional.

4. What to do in case of an overdose of Detyltatyl 250mg?

Overdose of Detyltatyl 250mg may cause clinical signs such as decreased muscle tone, somnolence, hypotension, loss of coordination, visual disturbances, hallucinations, respiratory dysfunction and comatose. Overdose in children can cause convulsions, while in the elderly can cause strong emotions and confusion. In all cases of overdose, the patient should be closely monitored for respiratory function, pulse and blood pressure. If the patient is still conscious, immediate supportive treatment should be given by inducing vomiting, washing the stomach and treating the symptoms. In case the patient has lost consciousness, perform artificial respiration and transfer the patient to a specialized medical facility.

5. Side effects of the drug Detyltatyl 250mg

Patients using the drug may experience the following side effects:
Common: Fatigue, lethargy, shortness of breath, weakness, ataxia. Uncommon: Arthralgia, body pain, irritability, malaise, diarrhea, nausea, constipation, rash. Some patients may experience loss of appetite, vomiting, hallucinations of agitation and possibly anaphylaxis. Rare: Allergic reactions, anaphylaxis, rash, somnolence. In general, Mephenesin can cause unwanted effects such as tremors, convulsions, abdominal cramps, nausea, drowsiness, joint pain, sweating, constipation, rash. This symptom often occurs in patients who require prolonged use of Mephenesin.

6. Note when using the drug Detyltatyl 250mg

Detyltatyl 250mg is contraindicated in the following cases: Patients who are allergic to Mephenesin and other components of the drug, patients with porphyria, pregnant and lactating women. Mephenesin should be used with caution in patients with a history of drug allergy (especially aspirin allergy), bronchial asthma. Patients with respiratory disease, muscle weakness, history of drug addiction, impaired liver and kidney function should be cautious when taking Mephenesin. Concomitant use of alcohol with the drug Mephenesin may increase unwanted effects of the drug. Detyltatyl 250mg may cause drowsiness and decreased coordination. Therefore, people who are taking the drug must not drive or operate machinery. Pregnancy: There are currently not enough data to assess the potential for fetal malformations when Mephenesin is used during pregnancy. Therefore, Detyltatyl 250mg should not be used by pregnant women. Lactation: Detyltatyl 250mg is not recommended during lactation. Drug interactions: While taking the drug, the patient drinks alcohol or uses other nervous system depressants, which will increase the side effects on the central nervous system of Detyltatyl. In summary, Detyltatyl 250mg is used to support the treatment of muscle spasticity in spondylosis and spinal postural disorders, back pain, low back pain, and torticollis. Patients should not self-medicate, but should consult a medical professional before taking.

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