Diclofenac + Tizanidine

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia

Last updated 18 Feb 2020 | 11:53 AM (UTC)

Diclofenac + Tizanidine Uses

Diclofenac+Tizanidine is used in pain due to muscle spasm.

How Diclofenac + Tizanidine works

Diclofenac + Tizanidine is a combination of two medicines: Diclofenac and Tizanidine, which relieves pain and relaxes the muscles. Diclofenac 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). Tizanidine 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.

Common side effects of Diclofenac + Tizanidine

Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach pain/epigastric pain, Heartburn, Diarrhea, Dryness in mouth, Loss of appetite, Sleepiness

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Medicine brands for Diclofenac + Tizanidine

Tizaran

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

₹67 to ₹67

1 variant(s)

Roloflex

Tidal Laboratories Pvt Ltd

₹54 to ₹54

1 variant(s)

Tizalud D

Ravenbhel Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹63 to ₹63

1 variant(s)

Dicloran MR

J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹49 to ₹49

1 variant(s)

Diczan

Vostok & Wilcure Remedies

₹49 to ₹49

1 variant(s)

Zirky

Brooks Pharmaceuticals

₹43 to ₹43

1 variant(s)

Tizanac

Globela Pharma Pvt Ltd

₹94 to ₹112

2 variant(s)

Tizpa D

Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd

₹34 to ₹34

1 variant(s)

Dolozin

Profess Health Products P Ltd

Expert advice for Diclofenac + Tizanidine

Diclofenac + Tizanidine 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.
It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Diclofenac + Tizanidine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.