THIORUB LINIMENT
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Product introduction
THIORUB LINIMENT is a medicine applied topically to relieve pain. It works by first cooling the skin then warming it up. This cooling and warming up action improves blood circulation and distracts the patient from pain. It also blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and swelling.
THIORUB LINIMENT is only meant for external use and should be used strictly as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be rubbed into the affected areas with clean and dry hands. Avoid getting in contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth and avoid applying it on wounded or damaged skin. In case of accidental contact with these areas, you should rinse it with cold water.
Use of this medicine may cause few common side effects such as burning or stinging sensation, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application in some people. Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to it. If they are severe or do not go away, you should let your doctor know.
Although medicines used on the skin are not normally affected by other medicines you should let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicine to be safe. You should also let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders to make sure it is safe. Ask your doctor for advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
THIORUB LINIMENT is only meant for external use and should be used strictly as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be rubbed into the affected areas with clean and dry hands. Avoid getting in contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth and avoid applying it on wounded or damaged skin. In case of accidental contact with these areas, you should rinse it with cold water.
Use of this medicine may cause few common side effects such as burning or stinging sensation, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application in some people. Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to it. If they are severe or do not go away, you should let your doctor know.
Although medicines used on the skin are not normally affected by other medicines you should let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicine to be safe. You should also let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders to make sure it is safe. Ask your doctor for advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Thiorub Liniment
Benefits of Thiorub Liniment
In Pain relief
THIORUB LINIMENT is applied topically to get relief from pain in the muscles and joints by creating a cooling-warming effect. It works by causing the skin to feel cool and then warm. These feelings on the skin distract you from feeling the pain in your muscles and joints. It also relaxes stiff muscles and helps in easy movement. Apply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area no more than 3 to 4 times a day and rub in gently and thoroughly.
Side effects of Thiorub Liniment
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 Thiorub
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Thiorub Liniment
This is for external use only. Check the label for directions before use. Apply and massage the liniment on the affected area in a circular motion using your fingertips or as advised by your doctor.
How Thiorub Liniment works
THIORUB LINIMENT is a combination of five medicines: Thiocolchicoside, Diclofenac, Methyl salicylate, Menthol and Camphor which relieve pain and relax the muscles. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm and to improve pain and movement of muscles. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Methyl salicylate, Menthol and Camphor are topical analgesics (pain reliever). They work by first cooling the skin and then warming it up. This cooling and warming up action improves blood circulation and distracts from feeling the pain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
THIORUB LINIMENT is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of THIORUB LINIMENT during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Thiorub Liniment?
If you miss a dose of THIORUB LINIMENT, apply 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.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- THIORUB LINIMENT is prescribed to get relief from pain.
- Apply 2-3 times daily or as prescribed by the doctor.
- Do not apply it to large areas of skin or near sensitive areas such as private parts or on broken or injured skin.
- Avoid using this medicine right after bathing or shaving. Using this medication on freshly shaved skin areas can cause severe skin irritation.
- Consult your doctor if you get excessive skin irritation or other unwanted effects.
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- Drugs.com. Camphor and menthol topical. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Diclofenac. Brentford, Middlesex: GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare; 1997 [revised 24 Apr. 2017]. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Methyl Salicylate. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: MMC Healthcare Ltd
Address: 61, Kurinji Street, Fathima Nagar, Valasaravakkam, Chennai - 600087
Country of origin: India
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