Amicobal Tablet SR

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:04 AM (IST)

Amicobal Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines used to treat neuropathic pain. It works by protecting the nerve fibers against damage, repairing the damaged nerves. This way it effectively relieves the pain sensation and also elevates the mood.

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MRP ₹259.9

General Information

Contains

Amitriptyline (10mg)+ Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)

Marketer

Ergos Life Sciences

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Amicobal Tablet SR may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of the treatment even if you feel better. It is important not to stop taking this medicine suddenly.

Some common side effects of this medicine include constipation, dry mouth, difficulty in urination, drowsiness, blurred vision, and increased heart rate. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.

You should avoid alcohol while taking Amicobal Tablet SR, as it may worsen certain side effects. This medicine can also lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.

Uses of Amicobal Tablet SR

Neuropathic pain

Benefits of Amicobal Tablet SR

Neuropathic pain
Amicobal Tablet SR is a combination of medicines used to treat long-lasting (chronic) pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles or spinal cord injury. It reduces pain and its associated symptoms such as mood changes, sleep problems, and tiredness. It interferes with pain signals that travel through the damaged nerves and the brain and gives relief from nerve pain. It also contains nutritional supplements that improve nerve conduction.

Side effects of Amicobal Tablet SR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Amicobal

Constipation
Difficulty in urination
Weight gain
Dryness in mouth
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Drowsiness
Blurred vision
Increased heart rate

How to use Amicobal 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. Amicobal Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Amicobal Tablet SR works

Amicobal Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines:.

Quick tips

Amicobal Tablet SR is used to treat certain types of long-lasting pain caused by damage to nerves.
It may ease the pain within a few days but it may take 2-3 weeks before you see maximum benefit.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other pain relieving medicines.
Along with taking this medicine, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from pain.
Amicobal Tablet SR might cause dry mouth. Frequent sips of water may help ease the discomfort.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amicobal Tablet SR.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Amicobal Tablet SR 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

Amicobal Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Amicobal Tablet SR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Amicobal Tablet SR may impair your alertness which may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Amicobal Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Amicobal Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Amicobal Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Amicobal Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Amicobal Tablet SR is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

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Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

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Patient concerns

Most of the times when I get excited or have orgasm I feel pain in my testis and around it .

Dr. Pranay Gandhi

Sexology

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Sir Plz suggest me effective pain killer with minimum side effects for back pain and arthritis, which can be taken on regular basis as and when required.

Dr. Vikas Sharma

Neurology

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Marketer details

Name: Ergos Life Sciences
Address: b-701, western edge 2 cooperative housing society, off western express highway, behind metro cash and carry, borivali east, mumbai, maharashtra 400066

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Country of origin: India

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