Korisuma Tablet is a muscle relaxer. It provides relief from the discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions such as rigidity, tension, stiffness, and muscle spasms.
Korisuma Tablet can be taken with or without food. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.
Common side effects of this medicine include drowsiness and headache. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Uses of Korisuma Tablet
Muscle relaxation
Side effects of Korisuma Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Korisuma
Sleepiness
Headache
Dizziness
How to use Korisuma Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Korisuma Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Korisuma Tablet works
Korisuma Tablet is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm without reduction in strength. This improves pain and movement of muscles.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Korisuma Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Korisuma Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Korisuma Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Baby should be monitored for excessive sleepiness.
Driving
UNSAFE
Korisuma Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Korisuma Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. However, cautious use of this medicine is advised in these patients.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Korisuma Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. However, cautious use of this medicine is advised in these patients.
What if you forget to take Korisuma Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Korisuma Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Korisuma Tablet provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
Korisuma Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Korisuma Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.
Korisuma Tablet provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
Korisuma Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Korisuma Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Synthetic Propanediol Dicarbamate Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Skeletal muscle relaxant- Centrally acting
Patient concerns
Road accident. Now cured. Is physiotherapy mandatory after removal of POP?? Sir, I met with road accident exactly 63 days ago. Now POP is removed. Still can't walk without walking aid. Doctor told physiotherapy is not required. And not suggested any exercises also for muscle relaxation. Sir, please suggest me , whether I should consult another doctor or exercises not always mandatory
Dr. Akshat Goel
Orthopaedics
Physiotherapy is not mandatory Home exercises are needed for all cases
My husband is having illicit relationship bcoz of that lot of problems. I am very tensed all the time. Please suggest a medicine to calm down. Thank you
Dr. Ambrish Dharmadhikari
Psychiatry
We understand your concernWe are here to helpYou are advised to solve problemAs medicine will help you for temporary periodDiscussing with husband and finding solution will calm you downTill then you can do Jacobson Progressive Muscle Relaxation""http://www.healthline.com/health/what-is-jacobson-relaxation-technique#wholebody-technique3Follow this link to find detailed procedure
Hi sir I am 22 year old and I am extremely suffering lack of concentration I could not able to concentrate on sturdy next week is my exam , & I extremely want to learn , sturdy but when I seat to sturdy but couldn't able to do for this I extremely feeling scared about my exam & sir last 3 days can not get sleep hole night
I did 160 squats on friday evening.my thighs are still paining a lot from that.i can't sit,i can't stand and i can't sleep.it's been more than 48 hrs still the pain didn't reduce even slightly .what to do?
i have suffering from anxiety problem and blood preasure in high condition
Dr. Ambrish Dharmadhikari
Psychiatry
Thank you for your question. We understand your concern. I would urge you to consult nearest psychiatrist for assessment and to rule out any anxiety disorder. For anxiety you can do lifestyle modifications. You can practice yoga and meditation. You are advised to exercise regularly and do breathing exercise. Above methods are priceless to reduce anxiety. For relaxation, you can read about Jacobson progressive muscle relaxation" on internet and practice it."
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Dr. Vikas Sharma
Neurology
Get engaged in relaxation activities like Yoga Meditation
No, Korisuma Tablet is not a painkiller. It is a muscle relaxant that is used to relieve muscle spasms (uncontrolled movements). Muscle spasms can be due to an injury, sprain, or any underlying medical conditions affecting the nervous system.
What is Korisuma Tablet used for?
Korisuma Tablet is used to relax muscles and relieve pain and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, and other muscle injuries. It is generally prescribed along with rest and physical therapy.
Why is Korisuma Tablet banned?
Korisuma Tablet was taken off the market because there is a risk of abuse and addiction, intoxication, and psychomotor (movement and coordination) impairment with it. Also, alternative medicines are available for the treatment of muscle pain which are effective and safe.
What are the side-effects of Korisuma Tablet?
Some of the side effects of this medicine are excessive drowsiness, dizziness, headache, insomnia, and a sudden drop in your blood pressure.
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