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Cip-Zox Tablet

Manufacturer :  Cipla Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Chlorzoxazone, Diclofenac, Paracetamol
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Cip-Zox Tablet

Cipzox Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of muscle spasm pain usually associated with musculoskeletal conditions. Cip Zox Tablet medicine contains muscle relaxant in combination with NSAID.

It works by blocking pain sensations or nerve impulses that are sent to the brain. Medicine when used together with rest and physical therapy can treat skeletal muscle conditions such as injury or pain.

Avoid using medicine if you are allergic to it or if you are taking sodium oxybate. Inform your doctor if you have or you are:

Stop using medicine and consult your doctor if you experience any serious side effects including black, bloody, or tarry stools, nausea, itching, fainting, upper stomach pain, dark urine, loss of appetite and clay-coloured stools.

It is to be taken by mouth with or without food. Taking it with food reduces the risk of stomach upset. Do not take in this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow your doctor’s prescription carefully to ensure complete safety.

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    What are the uses of Cip-Zox Tablet

    • Relieve Muscle Spasm

    • Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain

    What are the contraindications of Cip-Zox Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Cip-Zox Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Cip-Zox Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Cipzox Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
      Taking diclofenac with alcohol can increase your risk of stomach bleeding.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      It is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Patients should not drive or operate machinery if they get affected symptoms like dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, visual disturbances.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Cipzox medicine should be used with caution in patients with underlying kidney disease. Please Consult your doctor.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      Use of this medicine should be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The action of Cip Zox Tablet will be initiated within 60 minutes after its administration.

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      Cip Zox Tablet will remain active for about 3-4 hrs after when its action is initiated.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Cipzox medication, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

    How does this medication work?

    Cipzox Tab is a muscle relaxant that is used to treat the muscle spasms and the pain caused by the same. No mechanism of action has been determined for the medication as of yet, but the drug suppresses the central nervous system to produce the desired effects. On the other hand, it inhibits an enzyme named Cyclooxygenase which is responsible for the formation of prostaglandin. Prostaglandin is a major contributor to the process of inflammation and pain sensation in the body.

      What are the interactions of Cip-Zox Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        You must not consume alcohol as it can lead to excessive drowsiness and dizziness, thus making you lose the ability to function properly or to your full potential.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Cipzox medicine can react with multiple tablets and cause harmful side effects. Carbamazepine, Phenytoin, Ramipril and Aspirin are some of the tablets that can cause moderate side effects when used along with medicine. Methotrexate, Sodium Nitrite, Prilocaine, Adefovir, Apixaban and Ketorolac are the medicines that can cause severe side effects. Therefore, you must discuss all the medications you take before starting the prescription period.
      • Interaction with Disease

        It can aggravate the symptoms of multiple diseases like asthma, gastrointestinal toxicity, skin rash, heart attack and stroke, bleeding disorders, liver impairment, fluid retention and edema. Therefore, it is important that you consult a doctor before the intake of this medicine and stick to the dosages mentioned in the prescription. Doing otherwise can cause any of the mentioned diseases.

      FAQs about Cip-Zox Tablet

      • Ques : What is Cip-Zox Tablet?

        Ans : Cipzox Tab is a medication which has chlorzoxazone, diclofenac, and paracetamol as active components present in it. It performs its action by relaxing the center brain and spinal cord to relieve the muscle stiffness and muscle spasm and the pain reliever elements act by obstructing the release of a certain chemical messenger in the brain which causes pain and inflammation.

      • Ques : What is Cipzox Tablet used for?

        Ans : It is a medicine which is used for the treatment, control, and prevention of the below mentioned conditions:

        1. Muscle pain
        2. Headache
        3. Toothache
        4. Cold
        5. Ear pain
        6. Menstrual pain
        7. Cephalalgia
        8. Inflammation of joints
        9. Bone fracture
        10. Arthritic pain
        11. Flu
        12. Catarrh
        13. Chills
        14. Migraine
        15. Cramping
        16. Sprains
        17. Muscle spasm
        18. Arthralgia
        19. Fever
        20. Aching muscles

      • Ques : What are the side effects of Cip-Zox Tablet?

        Ans : It is medication has some known side effects which may or may not occur always and some of them are unique and severe and if you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Here are some side effects of Cip Zox tablet which are specified below:

        1. Nausea
        2. Heartburn
        3. Dryness in the mouth
        4. Sleepiness
        5. Weakness
        6. Loss of appetite
        7. Diarrhea
        8. Vomiting
        9. Abdominal pain
        10. Dizziness
        11. Gastrointestinal bleeding
        12. Skin reddening
        13. Rashes
        14. Restlessness
        15. Malaise
        16. Acute renal tubular necrosis
        17. Less white blood cells
        18. Irritation
        19. Erythema
        20. Dryness
        21. Papules
        22. Dermatitis
        23. Pruritus

      • Ques : Is it safe to use Cip-Zox Tablet?

        Ans : CipZox is a medicine which may be safe for most of the patients and in some case it may cause some known side effects such as weakness, sleepiness, dryness, etc, the side effects totally depend on the clinical conditions of the patient. It is a prescribed medication. Consult your doctor immediately in case you experience any side effects or reaction.

      • Ques : What precautions should you take while using medicine?

        Ans : CipZox Tablet should be used with some precautions. It is important to take care of these precautions to avoid worsening conditions. Patients should not use Cip-Zox Tablet during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Patients suffering from heart failure, liver dysfunction, fluid retention, allergies, impaired renal function and gastrointestinal disorders should avoid using this medication.

      • Ques : Can the use of medicine cause nausea and vomiting?

        Ans : Yes. CipZox can cause nausea and vomiting. It may also lead to headache, fever, itching, upper stomach pain and dark urine.

      • Ques : Can the use of medicine cause dizziness?

        Ans : Yes. CipZox can cause dizziness. It may also cause extreme drowsiness, headache, fever, itching, upper stomach pain and dark urine.

      • Ques : Can the use of medicine cause damage to kidneys?

        Ans : Yes, CipZox is a medication that can affect the kidneys. Therefore, patients having kidney disorders are advised to use this medication with caution.

      References

      • Chlorzoxazone- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/chlorzoxazone

      • Diclofenac- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/diclofenac

      • Acetaminophen- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/paracetamol

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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