INTRODUCTION

MYOTOP DSR contains Tolperisone which is a centrally acting muscle relaxant. It has been used for symptomatic treatment of spasticity and muscle spasm. Effectively it reduces the muscular hypertonicity, improves peripheral blood flow by vasodilatation and reduces pain.

Always take this medicine as directed by physician. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of therapy depending upon your age, weight and condition. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. It is not recommended for the use in children and adolescents under 18 years. Do not take this medicine, if you suffer from Myasthenia gravis. MYOTOP DSR should be used with caution in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. Tell your doctor, if you are taking or taken or might take any other medicines. The most common side effects include dizziness, sleepiness and tiredness.

USES OF MYOTOP DSR

• Used in the treatment of joint and muscular pains

HOW MYOTOP DSR WORKS

MYOTOP DSR is a centrally acting muscle relaxant. It works in the centers of the brain and spinal cord and to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm and thus improves the condition.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take MYOTOP DSR as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole with plenty of water. If you take more medicine, than you should, talk to your doctor. The signs of overdose can include dizziness, drowsiness, headache.

SIDE EFFECTS OF MYOTOP DSR

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Skin itching:

Avoid bath in hot water because hot water can irritate the skin. Moisturizers can be used regular basis to soothe and hydrate the affected area.

Diarrhea:

Drink lot of fluid, such as water or squash, to avoid dehydration. Do not take any other medicine without consulting your doctor.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

Talk to your doctor if you are taking:

• medicines to treat pain and inflammation (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs - NSAIDs)
• other medicines, to relax the muscles (centrally acting muscle relaxants)

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.

FAQs ABOUT MYOTOP DSR

Can MYOTOP DSR be used in pregnant women?

No. MYOTOP DSR should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Why do muscles tighten up?

Muscle stiffness occurs after the exercise, hard physical work, or lifting weights.

What happens when you stop taking muscle relaxers?

If you are addicted to muscle relaxers, you may experience the symptoms when you stop using them. Muscle relaxant symptoms can include insomnia, vomiting.

REFERENCES

1. Stefan Quasthoff,  Claudia Möckel,  Walter Zieglgänsberger and Wolfgang Schreibmayer; Tolperisone: A Typical Representative of a Class of Centrally Acting Muscle Relaxants with Less Sedative Side Effects; [Revised on May 2008] [Accessed 04 Jan 2021] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6494009/

2. Beximco pharma; [Revised on 2010] [Accessed 04 Jan 2021] https://www.beximcopharma.com/images/stories/product-pdf/Tolmus.pdf

3. National institute of pharmacy, [Revised on Nov 2009] [Accessed 04 Jan 2021] https://ogyei.gov.hu/kiseroirat/ph/ph_0000027197.pdf

4. European commission; Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC); [Revised on Jun 2012] [Accessed 04 Jan 2021] https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/other/tolperisone-product-information-approved-chmp-21-june-2012-pending-endorsement-european-commission_en.pdf