Myoril Injection
Thiocolchicoside (4mg)
by Universal NutriScience
ampoule of 2 ml Injection
About this medicine
Myoril Injection is a muscle relaxer. It provides relief from the discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions such as rigidity, tension, stiffness, and muscle spasms. Myoril Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should continue using the medicine until the doctor tells you it is alright to stop. The most common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (such as pain, redness, and swelling), sleepiness, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is important to ask the advice of your doctor before taking this medicine.
Uses
- Muscle relaxation
Benefits
In muscle relaxation
Myoril Injection is a muscle relaxant that is used to relieve rigidity, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect skeletal muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for such symptoms. It effectively relieves muscle stiffness or spasm, thereby improving muscle movement. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. The dose and duration will be decided by the doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
How it works
Myoril Injection is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm without reduction in strength. This improves pain and movement of muscles.
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Common side effects
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Sleepiness
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Myoril Injection. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Myoril Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Myoril Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Myoril Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Myoril Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Myoril Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Myoril Injection, consult your doctor.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Phenolic Glycosides Derivative
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Pain analgesics
Frequently asked questions
What is Myoril Injection?
Myoril Injection is a muscle relaxant which is used in adults and adolescents from 16 years onwards as an add-on treatment for painful muscular contractions. It is to be used for acute conditions related to the spinal column.
Is Myoril Injection a steroid?
No, Myoril Injection is not a steroid. It is a naturally occurring glucoside from a plant source.
Myoril Injection is derived from which plant?
Myoril Injection is a semi-synthetic derivative of naturally occurring compound colchicoside from the plant Gloriosa superb.
Is Myoril Injection safe?
Myoril Injection is a safe medicine if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor. Recently, there have been reports that one of the products formed in the body when taking Myoril Injection at high doses may cause damage to the some cells which could be a risk factor for cancer, harm to unborn child and impairment of male fertility. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
How does Myoril Injection works?
Thiocochicoside works by acting on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve the muscle stiffness or spasm.
Is Myoril Injection addictive?
No, Myoril Injection is not known to have any addiction potential.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Universal NutriScience
- Salt composition
- Thiocolchicoside (4mg)
- Pack
- ampoule of 2 ml Injection
- Dosage form
- Injection
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.