Eperisone
Therapeutic Group
Anti-spasmodic & Anti-cholinergicIndication Dosage
Eperisone is a muscle relaxant that is used to relieve muscle stiffness and spasms. It is commonly prescribed for conditions such as back pain, neck pain, and muscle strains. Eperisone works by blocking the calcium ion influx into muscle fibers, which leads to the relaxation of the muscle.
Symptomatic Treatment Of Condition Like Muscular Spasm, and Spasticity:
- Adults: 1 Tab Three Times Daily.
- Children: Not Recommended.
Content
- Tab 50mg: EPerisone Hydrochloride 50mg.
Pregnancy
Contraindicated And Not Recommended.
Stability
- Anticholinergic
- Antispasmodic
Contra Indications
- Myasthenia Gravis (but May Be Used To Decrease Muscarinic Side-effects Of Anticholinesterases), Paralytic Ileus, Pyloric Stenosis, Toxic Megacolon, And Prostatic Enlargement.
Precautions
- Myasthenia Gravis (but May Be Used To Decrease Muscarinic Side-effects Of Anticholinesterases), Paralytic Ileus, Pyloric Stenosis, Toxic Megacolon, And Prostatic Enlargement.
Lactation
- Contraindicated and Not Recommended.
Side Effects
- Constipation
- Transient Bradycardia (followed By Tachycardia Palpitation And Arrhythmias)
- Reduced Bronchial Secretions
- Urinary Dysfunction
- Renal Dysfunction And Retention
- Pruritis
- Dry Mouth
- Photo-phobia
- Flushing And Dryness Of The Skin
- Confusion
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Giddiness