SKELEBENZ 15MG CAP

Overview

SKELEBENZ 15MG CAP is a Schedule H drug.

SKELEBENZ 15MG CAP is composed of: CYCLOBENZAPRINE (15 MG)

Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain. Cyclobenzaprine is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for SKELEBENZ 15MG CAP and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of overactive thyroid, heart disease, increased eye pressure, difficulty in urinating, liver problems, cerebral palsy, brain or spinal cord disease, stroke, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breast feeding. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. It may cause heat stroke, maintain your body in cool.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CYCLOBENZAPRINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Irregular Heartbeat, Fainting, Drowsiness, Slurred Speech, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Mood Swings, Confusion, Hallucinations

Common Side-Effects

CYCLOBENZAPRINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Depression, Drowsiness, Head Headache, Dizziness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Nausea, Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Fainting, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Increased Thirst, Face Swelling, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Depressed Mood

Rare Side-Effects

CYCLOBENZAPRINE : Confusion, Fainting, Difficulty Urinating

Disease Interactions

CYCLOBENZAPRINE can interfere with: Hyperthyroidism, Congestive Heart Disease, Myocardial Infarction, Hypotension, Urinary Retention, Glaucoma

Technical Classification

CYCLOBENZAPRINE is categorized as: SKELETAL MUSCLE RELAXANTS / MUSCLE RELAXANTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Evening

94%

How long was it prescribed?

7 Days	63%
10 Days	17%
5 Days	13%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

18 to 35yrs	38%
35 to 50yrs	25%
50 to 60yrs	25%
60 to 70yrs	13%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

38%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Neurosurgeon

100%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

HIFENAC -P TAB	91%
POWERGEL GEL	38%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

MRI C.SPINE (MRI)

12%

Available Alternatives for SKELEBENZ 15MG CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BENZADAY 15MG CAP	INR 160 for 10 CAPSULES	CYCLOBENZAPRINE 15.0 MG
FLEXABENZ ER 15MG TAB	INR 132 for 10 TABLETS	CYCLOBENZAPRINE 15.0 MG
SKELEBENZ 15MG CAP	INR 175 for 10 CAPSULES	CYCLOBENZAPRINE 15 MG
SKELEBENZ 15MG CAPULE	INR 175 for 10 CAPSULES	CYCLOBENZAPRINE 15.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

BENZADAY 30MG CAP	INR 240 for 10 CAPSULES	CYCLOBENZAPRINE 30.0 MG
BENZADAY 4MG TAB	INR 52.88 for 10 TABLETS	CYCLOBENZAPRINE 4.0 MG
CYCLOBENZAPRINE		CYCLOBENZAPRINE
DICLOBENZ GEL	INR 104.5 for 30 GM GEL	CYCLOBENZAPRINE 1.0 %, DICLOFENAC SODIUM
FLEXABENZ 5MG TAB	INR 84.7 for 10 TABLETS	CYCLOBENZAPRINE 5 MG
FLEXABENZ GEL	INR 114.9 for 30 GM GEL	METHYL SALICYLATE 10 %W/W, MENTHOL 5 %W/W, CYCLOBENZAPRINE 2 %W/W, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 1.16 %W/W
FLEXABENZ PLUS 15MG/200MG TAB	INR 172 for 10 TABLETS	ACECLOFENAC 200.0 MG, CYCLOBENZAPRINE 15.0 MG
MOBRINE 10MG TAB IR	INR 85.72 for 10 TABLET IR	CYCLOBENZAPRINE 10.0 MG
SKELEBENZ 30MG CAP	INR 280 for 10 CAPSULES	CYCLOBENZAPRINE 30.0 MG