Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S

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Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S is prescribed to patients suffering from muscular spasms due to spinal cord injury,multiple sclerosis or muscle spasticity.Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist.These drugs work by triggering the alpha-2 receptor and thereby bring about skeletal muscle relaxation.

A tablet is commonly prescribed to be ingested every 6-8 hours either with or without food.The dosage of Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S is dependent upon the patient’s age,medical condition,patient’s response to the drug,any medications patient might be having along with Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S and any adverse effects felt by the patient.It is recommended that patients ingest Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S at the same time each day and put an alarm as a reminder if need be.

Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S is safe to be prescribed to patients over the age of 18 years and is considered relatively safe to be recommended to expecting and lactating women.The intake of alcohol is prohibited while undergoing treatment with Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S as it may cause extreme drowsiness.If the patient is having other prescription drugs along with Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S it is imperative that they inform their doctor before taking Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S as drugs such as opioids,antihistamines,birth control pills and certain heart medications are said to interact with Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S negatively.

Adverse effects of Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S are rarely felt and effects such as dry mouth,fatigue and drowsiness tend to resolve on their own in a few hours to days time.If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day.If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dose time or next day,do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S needs to be tapered off and not stopped abruptly therefore before coming off Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S a doctor needs to be consulted.

Indications

Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S can be used to treat:

• Muscular spasms

How Does Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S Work

Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist.These drugs work by triggering the alpha-2 receptor and thereby bring about skeletal muscle relaxation.

How To Use Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S

Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S can be ingested orally (by mouth) either with or without food and needs to be taken every 6-8 hours.Patient’s are commonly started on a lowered dose in the beginning,after a few weeks depending upon how the patient is responding to the drug and the adverse effects,the doctor may increase the dose.

Dosage

Adult Dosage

A tablet is prescribed to be taken every 6-8 hours or as directed by a doctor.More than 3 doses a day (24 hours) is not recommended.

Child Dosage

 Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S is not safe to be prescribed to patients under the age of 18 years.

Elderly Dosage 

Due to decreased kidney functions at old age,the elimination process of Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S is slow thus a lowered dose is commonly prescribed to patients aged 65 years and above to protect patients from adverse effects of accumulated Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S in the body.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S is considered relatively safe to be prescribed to expectant mothers and lactating women as there isn’t sufficient evidence to prove that drug has serious adverse effects on the fetus even though trace amounts of drug is found in the baby.Women that are pregnant,lactating or planning to start a family,ought to discuss with their doctors the pros and cons of Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S before ingesting it.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S:

• Allergy to Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S or any other medicine or food substance 
• Moderate to severe liver impairment
• Moderate to severe kidney impairment
• Low blood pressure levels

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S:

• Alcohol abuse or history of alcohol abuse
• Cardiac (heart) diseases
• Old age
• Pregnant women
• Lactating women

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S

• High blood pressure drugs (such as methyldopa,clonidine)
• Birth control pills
• Ciprofloxacin (antibiotic)
• Fluvoxamine 
• Other muscle relaxants
• Pain killers
• Antihistamines
• Anxiety drugs
• Drugs used for insomnia
• Antacids 

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines,Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S has certain side effects which include:

• Lightheadedness/dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Weakness
• Constipation
• Dry mouth

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt,the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor.

• Mood swings
• Hallucinations
• Fainting
• Blurred vision
• Irregular heartbeat
• Dark colored urine
• Yellowing of eyes and skin
• Allergic reactions

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects

• Dry Mouth- Can be helped by sipping water throughout the day,chewing sugarless gum and using alcohol free mouthwash,allowing ice to melt in the mouth or using a saliva substitute.

• Feeling dizzy (lightheaded) or weak -If the medication makes you feel dizzy or weak, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.

• Fatigue/weakness- Patients experiencing this adverse effect,are advised to take deep breaths,intake tea or coffee,get a good night’s rest and not to over burden themselves for a few days.

• Constipation- Can be combated by adding more fibers to the patient’s diet,asking the patient to drink plenty of fluids and to increase their physical activity to trigger contractions in the intestines.

Key Facts About Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S

• Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S is prescribed to patients suffering from muscular spasms due to spinal cord injury,multiple sclerosis or muscle spasticity
• Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S is not safe to be prescribed to patients under the age of 18 years
• Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S is to be taken once every 6-8 hours
• Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S may cause dry mouth,constipation and dizziness.In rare cases it may also cause liver damage.
• Alcohol is not safe to be ingested while undergoing treatment with Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S  

FAQs

#1.CAN I CONSUME ALCOHOL WITH Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S?

• Alcohol is known to cause drowsiness.It is best to avoid the intake of alcohol during the course of your treatment as Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S causes drowsiness as well.

#2.HOW TO STORE Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S?

Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S is to be kept away from the reach of children,in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

#3.CAN I DRIVE AFTER TAKING THIS MEDICATION?

This medication is known to make you drowsy hence, if that happens kindly avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery.

#4.WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S?

In case of too much consumption by accident,kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital straight away.The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. An overdose results in slowing down of heart rate and difficulty breathing accompanied by dizziness and fainting spells.

#5.WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE OF Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

#6.HOW IS Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?

Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S is to be ingested once orally,every 6-8 hours daily or as per doctor’s prescription.Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S is to be taken either with or without food,preferably with water to ease the tablet’s passage to the patient’s throat.

#7.HOW DOES Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S WORK?

Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist.These drugs work by triggering the alpha-2 receptor and thereby bring about skeletal muscle relaxation.

#8.WILL Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

No,there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido.

#9.CAN I TAKE Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S DURING MY PREGNANCY?

Yes,Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S is deemed safe to be ingested during pregnancy under the care and supervision of a medical professional.

#10.WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S?

• Drowsiness
• Constipation
• Fatigue
• Dry mouth

#11.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S ALONG WITH ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES?

No.Certain oral contraceptives are not deemed safe to be ingested while undergoing treatment with Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S.Consult your doctor before ingesting Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S or prescribing to any oral contraceptives.

#12.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE PAINKILLERS WHILE TAKING Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S?

No.Certain over the counter pain medications are not considered safe to be ingested while undergoing treatment with Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S.

#13.CAN Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S CAUSE DIZZINESS? IF SO, HOW SHOULD I MANAGE IT?

Yes. It can cause dizziness as one of the most common side effects. If this happens, you should sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. However, please note this is temporary and usually goes away as the treatment continues.It is also advised to avoid the consumption of alcohol during the course of your treatment, as it may worsen the dizziness.

#14.WHAT LAB TESTS WILL BE PRESCRIBED WHILE TREATMENT WITH Skelgesic 2mg Tablet 1 ‘S AND HOW OFTEN?

Kidney and liver function tests along with blood tests to keep a check on serum potassium levels are advised to be done periodically.It is also advised that patients learn to monitor their own blood pressure levels daily from the comfort of their homes and inform their doctor of any changes seen.