Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of pain due to muscle spasm. It improves the movement of muscles and provides relief from pain and discomfort associated with muscle spasms.

Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. 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 nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach upset, sleepiness, weakness, and increased liver enzymes. 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.

Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet is banned for children under 12 years of age.

Uses of Zulu Forte Tablet

Pain due to muscle spasm

Side effects of Zulu Forte 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 Zulu Forte

Nausea
Dryness in mouth
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Weakness
Sleepiness
Increased liver enzymes

How to use Zulu Forte 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. Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Zulu Forte Tablet works

Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Nimesulide and Tizanidine which relieve muscle pain. Nimesulide is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Tizanidine 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 Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Zulu Forte Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg 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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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet to get relief from pain and stiffness in the muscles.
Take it with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach.
You may see results within 1.5 to 2 hours after taking Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures.
Along with taking Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from muscle pain.

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Patient concerns

Neck pain when I move my neck a bit. I think it's due to exercise and gyming .

Dr. Sunil Tripathi

Physiotherapy

It might be muscle soreness or muscle spasm due to improper Posture or overuse of musclesConsult a Physiotherapist in your area

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.

I am taking Asolt AT and Zulu P for my Athritis Problem so is it fine or there is any better alternative thx Not received any reply from doctor

Dr. Gajanan Pandit

Orthopaedics

there are lots of brands available for arthritis. suitable drug combination depends on personal experience of priscribing doctor and clinical relief of patient. if you feel better with the medicine then it is fine if not search for an alternative. I have never priscribed these brands so can't comment

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References

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Tizanidine. Ardsley, New York: Acorda Therapeutics Inc.; 1996 [revised 2013]. [Accessed 02 Apr. 20191] (online) Available from:
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Tizanidine. Hawthorne, New York: Acorda Therapeutics Inc.; 2006]. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Zulu Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet

Product introduction

Uses of Zulu Forte Tablet

Side effects of Zulu Forte Tablet

Common side effects of Zulu Forte

How to use Zulu Forte Tablet

How Zulu Forte Tablet works

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Zulu Forte Tablet?

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