Ace-TH 4 Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Snu Biocare
Active Ingredient Aceclofenac (100mg) + Thiocolchicoside (4mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassPAIN ANALGESICS
User Rating4.1
User Reviews617

FAQ

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Can Ace-TH 4 be taken with Vitamin B-complex?
Yes, Ace-TH 4 can be taken with Vitamin B-complex preparations. While Ace-TH 4 helps to relieve pain, Vitamin B-complex can help to correct the vitamin deficiency that might be causing your symptoms.
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Can the use of Ace-TH 4 cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Ace-TH 4 can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
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Can the use of Ace-TH 4 cause damage to kidneys?
Yes, the long-term use of Ace-TH 4 can cause damage to the kidneys. Normal kidneys produce a chemical called prostaglandins that protects them from damage. Use of painkillers lower the levels of prostaglandins in the body which leads to kidney damage on long-term use. Use of painkillers is not recommended in patients with underlying kidney disease.
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Can the Ace-TH 4 be stopped when my pain is relieved?
Ace-TH 4 is usually used for short term and can be discontinued when the pain is relieved. However, Ace-TH 4 should be continued if your doctor has advised you to do so.
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What is Ace-TH 4?
Ace-TH 4 is a combination of two medicines: Aceclofenac and Thiocolchicoside. This medication helps in relieving muscle pain. It relaxes the muscles by acting on the central nervous system and lowering chemical substance in the body that cause pain and inflammation.
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Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Ace-TH 4?
The use of Ace-TH 4 is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to painkillers or any of the components or excipients of this medicine. The use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcer or in patients with active, recurrent stomach ulcer/bleeding. It should also be avoided in patients with history of heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
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Is it safe to use Ace-TH 4?
Yes, Ace-TH 4 is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause some common unwanted side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhoea and other uncommon and rare side effects. Inform your doctor if you experience any persistent problem due to the medication.
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Will Ace-TH 4 be more effective if taken in higher doses?
No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If the symptoms are getting severe, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
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What if you forget to take Ace-TH Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Ace-TH 4, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Ace-TH 4 Tablet Reviews

Ace-TH 4 is a combination medicine used in the treatment of pain due to muscle spasms. It improves the movement of muscles and provides relief from pain and discomfort associated with muscle spasms.

Ace-TH 4 should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach pain, loss of appetite, and diarrhea. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away with time, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these side effects.

The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, and liver. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should first consult their doctors before using the medicine.

How Ace-TH 4 Tablet Works

Aceclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm and to improve pain and movement of muscles.

How to Use Ace-TH 4 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ace-TH 4 is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Ace-TH 4 Tablet

  • In Treatment of Pain due to muscle spasm: Ace-TH 4 is a combination medicine that contains a painkiller as well as a muscle relaxant. It is used to relieve pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect muscles. Also, it effectively relieves muscle stiffness or spasm, thereby improving muscle movement. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain.Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for a longer duration than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Uses of Ace-TH 4 Tablet

  • Treatment of Pain due to muscle spasm

Ace-TH 4 Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ace-TH 4 during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  CAUTION
Ace-TH 4 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ace-TH 4 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  CAUTION
Ace-TH 4 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ace-TH 4 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Ace-TH 4 is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advisable while the patient is taking this medicine.
Driving  UNSAFE
Ace-TH 4 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ace-TH 4 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.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ace-TH 4.

Quick Tips

  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy.
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Ace-TH 4 as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
  • Ace-TH 4 helps relieve pain and muscle spasm that may occur due to strains, sprains, and muscle injuries.
  • It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Ace-TH 4 helps relieve pain and muscle spasm that may occur due to strains, sprains, and muscle injuries.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Ace-TH 4 as it may cause excessive drowsiness.

References

  1. European Medicine Agency. Thiocolchicoside; 2014.
  2. Patient. Aceclofenac tablets for pain and inflammation.

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