Acigesic MR Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is acigesic mr tablet used for?
Acigesic MR Tablet is a combination medicine containing Chlorzoxazone (250mg) and Diclofenac (50mg). It is used to relieve muscle spasms and pain associated with musculoskeletal conditions. Chlorzoxazone acts as a muscle relaxant, while Diclofenac reduces inflammation and pain. It is typically taken twice daily after meals.
- Generic Name: Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac
- Manufacturer: Acichem Laboratories
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ acigesic mr tablet Uses & Benefits
Acute musculoskeletal pain, muscle spasms
Off-label uses: Chronic pain (not recommended)
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Chlorzoxazone + Diclofenac |
| Brand Name | Ache X Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Acichem Laboratories |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
| Action Class | Muscle Relaxant + NSAID |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC, protect from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Chlorzoxazone: Depresses CNS; Diclofenac: Inhibits COX-1/2
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take acigesic mr tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of acigesic mr tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Dyspepsia
- Headache
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- GI bleeding
- Hepatotoxicity
- Renal failure
- Anaphylaxis
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Blood dyscrasias
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Pancreatitis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Aspirin | Moderate | Increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding |
| Methotrexate | Major | Increased methotrexate toxicity |
| Lithium | Moderate | Increased lithium levels |
| ACE inhibitors | Moderate | Reduced antihypertensive effect |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Aspirin
- Lithium
- Methotrexate
- CYP2C9 inhibitors
โก Moderate Interactions
- ACE inhibitors
- Diuretics
- Anticoagulants
- Corticosteroids
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Caffeine
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may delay absorption
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Increased hepatotoxicity risk
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, active GI bleeding, severe hepatic/renal impairment, history of asthma with NSAIDs, third trimester pregnancy
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Liver function, renal function, CBC, signs of GI bleeding
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; excreted in milk
๐ Overdose Management
Symptomatic and supportive; gastric lavage, activated charcoal
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose