Tolcare 150mg Tablet SR

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Arvincare Pharma
Active Ingredient	Tolperisone (150mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Piperidine derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class	Skeletal muscle relaxant- Centrally acting
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	422

FAQ

Is Tolcare 150mg a painkiller?

Tolcare 150mg is not a direct painkiller. It is a muscle relaxant commonly used where certain muscles are in constant contraction. It is used in the treatment of long-term pain conditions. It works by relaxing the muscles and relieving the spasm. It is important to know that this medicine is not advised to be taken in all pain conditions. Your doctor will decide when to prescribe this medicine.

Can I take Tolcare 150mg for back pain?

Tolcare 150mg is prescribed to patients with chronic back pain. It is a muscle relaxant, it relaxes the spasm of the back muscles which helps in decreasing the pain. Consult your doctor to properly diagnose the reason for the back pain before you start taking this medication.

Is Tolcare 150mg addictive?

No, Tolcare 150mg is not an addictive medicine. It is a muscle relaxant medication and has no addictive potential.

Does Tolcare 150mg cause drowsiness?

Yes, there are chances that Tolcare 150mg can cause drowsiness and sleepiness. Hence, avoid driving or working with heavy machines while you take this medication. Before starting the medication consult the doctor and also inform if you are on any sleep medication.

What if you forget to take Tolcare Tablet SR?

If you miss a dose of Tolcare 150mg, 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.

Tolcare 150mg Tablet SR Reviews

Tolcare 150mg is a muscle relaxer. It provides relief from the discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions such as rigidity, tension, stiffness, and muscle spasms.

Tolcare 150mg should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach and reduce the chance of side effects. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.

Some common side effects of this medicine include sleepiness, weakness, dizziness, vomiting, and nausea. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.

To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

How Tolcare 150mg Tablet SR Works

Tolcare 150mg 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 Tolcare 150mg Tablet SR

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. Tolcare 150mg is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Tolcare 150mg Tablet SR

In Muscle relaxation: Tolcare 150mg is a muscle relaxant that works by causing the muscles to become less stiff which in turn reduces pain and discomfort. All together it helps in easy movement. Tolcare 150mg can help you do your daily activities without any problem. Some studies have shown that Tolcare 150mg if used as advised can cause less drowsiness. It is advisable to continue the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop.

Uses of Tolcare 150mg Tablet SR

Muscle relaxation

Tolcare 150mg Tablet SR Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Tolcare 150mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.However, caution is advised in patients with underlying kidney disease who are taking this medicine.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Tolcare 150mg 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 feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Tolcare 150mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Tolcare 150mg does not cause any harmful side effects.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Tolcare 150mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Tolcare 150mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Take it with or after food or a glass of milk.
Tolcare 150mg provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
Tolcare 150mg may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.