Eperisone - Drug Information
Generic Name : Eperisone
Pronunciation :
ICD Code : Y55.1 | Therapeutic Classification : Skeletal Muscle Relaxants
Trade Name(s) :
India - Rapisone (50mg), Epry (50mg), Enzoril (50mg), Skelact (50mg), Myosone (50mg), Rapisone SR (150mg)International - Akitonal, Atines, Envoy, Epel, Epenard, Eperinal, Eperisser, Epeso, Eprel, Eprinoc, Estalex, Evonton, Evonton, Homerlight, Lional, Myobat, Myoman, Myonabase, Myonal, Myonep, Myonil, Myoperison, Myorelark, Myori, Permyo, Rinpral, Rizonax, Sunbazon, Tolmynal, Zonal.
Why is Eperisone Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a muscle relaxant, prescribed for muscle spasms.
When should Eperisone not to be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.
What is the dosage of Eperisone?
Adult: PO- The recommended dose is 50 mg 3 times/day.
How should Eperisone be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.
What are the warnings and precautions for Eperisone?
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver impairment, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.* It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Eperisone?
Central Nervous System - Weakness, dizziness, sleeplessness, drowsiness, numbness or trembling in the extremities.Miscellaneous - Liver, kidney dysfunction; changes in blood counts, skin rashes, itching, gastrointestinal disturbances and urinary disorders.