Table of Contents
- What is MYOTOP P?
- Constituents
- Indications
- How does MYOTOP P work?
- How to Take MYOTOP P?
- Common Dosage for MYOTOP P?
- When to Avoid MYOTOP P?
- Side-effects of MYOTOP P?
- Effects on organs?
- Reported Allergic Reactions?
- Effect on menstrual cycle?
- Drug Interactions To Be Careful About
- Food interactions (if any)
- Interactions with laboratory procedures
- Shows Effects / Results In and how long does the effect stay:
- Is MYOTOP P Addictive?
- Can I have MYOTOP P with alcohol?
- Can I have MYOTOP P When Pregnant?
- Can I have MYOTOP P when feeding a baby?
- Can I drive after taking MYOTOP P?
- Effect of an overdose of MYOTOP P?
- Effect of using expired MYOTOP P?
- Effect of missing a dose of MYOTOP P?
- Storage requirements
- Expert comments
What is MYOTOP P?
Introduction
MYOTOP P is a combination Medicine prescribed to treat muscle spasms and acute musculoskeletal pains. The combination contains two different medicine called Paracetamol/ Acetaminophen and Tolperisone.
Type of drug
This medicine is combination of two types of drugs –
- Tolperisone acts as a muscle relaxant
- Paracetamol/Acetaminophen acts as an analgesic and antipyretic
Use in brief
MYOTOP P is used to treat musculoskeletal pains that occur as a result of muscle spasms.
Constituents
MYOTOP P is composed of two different drugs as mentioned earlier. They are –
- Tolperisone
- Paracetamol/Acetaminophen
Manufactured by –
MYOTOP P is manufactured by Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
Indications
MYOTOP P is indicated to use in muscle pains such as –
- Acute Musculoskeletal Pain
- Muscle Spasticity
How does MYOTOP P work?
The two ingredient drugs in MYOTOP P tablet work differently. Tolperisone works as a muscle relaxant by acting on certain region of the brain that is responsible for pains and aid in relieving muscle stiffness and spasms. Paracetamol/Acetaminophen is an antipyretic and analgesic drug. It acts on certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever.
How to Take MYOTOP P?
Form of medicine
MYOTOP P is available in the form of tablets.
When to use
It is advised to use exactly as prescribed by your doctor, preferably after food with water or some liquids.
How to use
Consume the whole tablet. Never chew or crush the tablet.
Common Dosage for MYOTOP P
MYOTOP P is available in the dosage combination of –
- Tolperisone – 150mg
- Paracetamol/Acetaminophen – 325mg
Follow the dosage instructions as per the prescription. Never alter the dosage schedule or overdose the medicine. If a certain dose is missed by mistake, never take an extra dose to cover the missed one. Continue with the next dose if it is nearing the next dosage schedule. Consult your doctor if any overdosage happened for immediate medical attention.
When to Avoid MYOTOP P?
MYOTOP P is not advised to use in some health conditions such as –
- Allergic to the medicine or ingredients of the medicine
- In case patients suffering from a medical condition called –
- Myasthenia gravis
- Analgesic Nephropathy
- Severe liver disease
Side-effects of MYOTOP P
MYOTOP P may show some side effects in some patients. It is advised to consult your doctor in case of any such side effects noticed and if they prolong. Some commonly possible side effects of this medicine are:
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Excessive sweating
- Hives and redness of the skin
- Constipation
- Dryness of mouth
- Gastric / Mouth Ulcer
- Headache
- Nausea or Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
Effects on organs
MYOTOP P usage may affect certain body organs like kidney and liver and is advised to use with caution in patients suffering from severe hepatic and renal failure. Dosage adjustment may be needed in such cases, so close monitoring by the medical professional and regular diagnosis is advised to monitor the effect of the medicine on these organs.
Reported Allergic Reactions?
MYOTOP P may show an allergic reaction in very rare cases and advised to consult your doctor if any such conditions are noticed.
Effect on menstrual cycle
Generally, no effect noted on the menstrual cycle. You may consult your gynaecologist.
Drug Interactions to Be Careful About
Be cautious with drug interaction, as this medicine may show some drug interactions if used in combination with some other medicine. Here is the list of some medicine that Myotop P may possibly show drug interactions.
- Allopurinol
- Carbamazepine
- Phenytoin
- Sodium Nitrite
- Leflunomide
- Prilocaine
- Probenecid
- Methocarbamol
- Tetracyclines
Apart from these medicines, Myotop P may possibly show drug interactions with alcohol, so not advised to take it along with alcohol as it may increase the drowsiness.
Food interactions
No major food interactions are noticed. But as a preventive measure, ask your doctor if there is any food restriction that has to be followed while using this medicine.
Interactions with laboratory procedures
Myotop P may result in false-positive results of lab test in case of 5-HIAA Urine Test if you are under medication of this one. It is advised to share all the details about any other medicine too that you might be using to treat any health issues with the doctor before he prescribes the test.
Shows Effects / Results in and how long does the effect stay:
The onset of action for this medicine is 1 hour. It can show the results in 1 hour after taking the medication. Duration of effect is not clinically established.
Is MYOTOP P Addictive?
No habit forming tendency is noticed with the usage of MYOTOP P
Can I have MYOTOP P with alcohol?
Usage of MYOTOP P is not advised along with alcohol as it may lead to increased drowsiness.
Can I have MYOTOP P When Pregnant?
Using MYOTOP P is not advised while pregnant. But if the usage is unavoidable then it is recommended to consult the doctor to estimate the benefits over the side effects and if the benefiting factors are more compared to the harm that it does to mother and fetus.
Can I have MYOTOP P when feeding a baby?
Using MYOTOP P is not advised while breastfeeding. But if the usage is unavoidable then it is recommended to consult the doctor to estimate the benefits over the side effects and if the benefiting factors are more compared to the harm that it does to mother and child.
Can I drive after taking MYOTOP P?
MYOTOP P may cause sleepiness; hence it is not advised to do tasks that require mental alertness such as driving.
Effect of overdose MYOTOP P
Never take an overdosage. Overdosage may harm the liver. Consult the doctor immediately if any overdosage happens.
Effect of using expired MYOTOP P
Single dosage of an expired MYOTOP P may not cause any adverse effects but the expired medicine may not work as intended. As a safety precaution it is always advised to check the label for expiry date before purchasing any medicine.
Effect of missing a dose of MYOTOP P
Never miss a dosage and follow the guidelines as per the prescription. Missing a single dosage may not show any adverse effects. Set a reminder so that you never miss a dose. If you are missing the doses regularly try to reschedule the dosage by consulting your doctor.
Storage requirements
Store the MYOTOP P tablets at room temperature away from direct sunlight. Keep out of the reach of children and pets. Never freeze the medicine.
Expert comments
- Myotop P tablets to induce dizziness and make you feel drowsy and sleepy. Avoid driving and working on heavy machinery while taking Myotop P tablets.
- You must not consume alcohol while taking Myotop P tablets.
- Avoid taking other medicines containing Acetaminophen while taking Myotop – P tablets – Consult your doctor if needed.
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