Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of pain due to muscle spasms. It improves the movement of muscles and provides relief from pain and discomfort associated with muscle spasms.
Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor.
Using this medicine can cause some common side effects such as stomach upset, dizziness, weakness, and sleepiness. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away with time, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these side effects.
The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should first consult their doctors before using the medicine.
Uses of Ottace MR Tablet
Treatment of Pain due to muscle spasm
Benefits of Ottace MR Tablet
In Treatment of Pain due to muscle spasm
Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet treats pain due to muscle spasms by relaxing stiff muscles. It also reduces swelling in the muscles. Altogether, it helps in easy movement and reduces discomfort. Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet also reduces fever associated with muscle spasms. Once you see some improvement, you can start doing therapy exercises (such as walking or breathing exercises) that will help you get your strength back more quickly. Talk to your doctor about how much exercise is good for you.
Side effects of Ottace MR 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 Ottace MR
Upset stomach
Dizziness
Weakness
Sleepiness
How to use Ottace MR 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. Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Ottace MR Tablet works
Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Paracetamol and Chlorzoxazone, which relieves pain and relax the muscles. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever. Chlorzoxazone is a muscle relaxant. It works by acting on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve the muscle stiffness or spasm.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. However, Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.
Liver
CAUTION
Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. However, the use of Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
What if you forget to take Ottace MR Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Ottace MR 325mg/250mg 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.
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sir/madam i have pain in my testical(in left side) it slept at 4am. when I woke up it was paining since 2 days it may be due to cold and there is no swelling. may be little bit.
Dr. Shyam Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Hello PATIENT to 1mg. Your pain may be due to cold spasm or tortion. If pain persist please visit surgeon and examined.
When doing exercise got ache in the position of scapula L & spine. Take CALPOL T . But now I feel twinge at left arm as if vein is obstructed when I bent and move.
Dr. Rohit Chakor
Orthopaedics
Muscle spasm is the reason. Do Xray to rule out spine problem
I've got muscle spasm in back due to heavy weight lifting and this excruciating pain is unbearable . I'm unable to change my body posture or can't walk due to pain. I'm lying all the time and it just happened last night.
Dr. Mehtab Baig
Orthopaedic Physiotherapy
Plz you don't move your body and no any exercise done for fifteen days absolute bed rest
Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Paracetamol and Chlorzoxazone. This medication helps in relieving muscle pain. Chlorzoxazone is a muscle relaxant which works by acting on the central nervous system. Paracetamol works by lowering the chemical substance (prostaglandins) in the body that causes pain.
Q. Is it safe to use Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet?
Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause common side effects like stomach upset, dizziness, weakness, sleepiness and other uncommon or rare side effects. If you experience any persistent problem due to the medication, inform your doctor as soon as possible.
Q. Can I stop taking Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet when my pain is relieved?
Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet should be continued according to the doctor’s advice. However, it can be discontinued if you are using it for short-term pain relief.
Q. Can the use of Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet cause dry mouth?
Yes, the use of Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry.
Q. Can the use of Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better. Do not drive or use any machines.
Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet can increase the risks of side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of pain or the pain is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet?
The use of Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. Patients who regularly consume alcohol or have severe kidney or liver disease are advised to be cautious.
Q. Does Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet expire?
Yes, Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet does expire. Please check the expiry date written on the pack of this medicine. Do not use Ottace MR 325mg/250mg Tablet after the expiry date.
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