Tolcalm

Tolcalm50 mg

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Indications of Tolcalm 50 mg

multiple sclerosismyelopathyencephalomyelitis). Treatment of muscular spasmmuscular contracturerigiditymultiple sclerosismyelopathyencephalomyelitis). Treatment of muscular spasmmuscular contracturerigidityspinal automatism. In the treatment of vascular diseases (Obliterative arteriosclerosisdiabetic angiopathyobliterative thromboangitisRaynaud's diseasediffuse scleroderma). In individual casespost-thrombotic venous and lymphatic circulation disorders and crural ulcer.

Theropeutic Class

Central Depolarizing muscle relaxants, Centrally acting Skeletal Muscle Relaxants

Pharmacology

Tolperisone is a centrally acting muscle relaxant that acts at the reticular formation in the brain stem by blocking voltage-gated sodium and calcium channels.

Dosage & Administration of Tolcalm 50 mg

Adult
Dosage:150-450 mg daily, administered in 2 or 3 divided doses
Notes:The maximum dosage is 450 mg/day
Children
Dosage:3 months to 6 years: 1-2 mg/kg/day in 3 divided doses
Notes:6 years to 14 years: 2-4 mg/kg/day in 3 divided doses

Dosage of Tolcalm 50 mg

The recommended dose is as follows
Dosage:Adult: 50-150 mg three times daily according to the individual requirement and tolerance of the patient
Children (from 3 months to 6 years)
Dosage:5 mg/kg/day in three divided doses
Children (from 6 to 14 years)
Dosage:2-4 mg/kg/day in three divided doses
Notes:or, as directed by the registered physician

Interaction of Tolcalm 50 mg

Concomitant use of methocarbamol with Tolcalm 50 mg has been reported to cause disturbance of visual accommodation.

Contraindications

It is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any component of the product, myasthenia gravis and nursing mother.

Side Effects of Tolcalm 50 mg

Possible side-effects include sometimes muscular weakness, headache, nausea, vomiting and rarely hypersensitivity reactions (itching, redness of the skin, skin rash) may occur.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Tolcalm 50 mg should be used in pregnancy according to physician's advice. Tolperisone hydrochloride should not be used during breast-feeding.

Precautions & Warnings

In case of children, the prescribed dose and duration of treatment should closely be observed.

Overdose Effects of Tolcalm 50 mg

Excitability has been noted after ingestion of high doses by children. In suicide studies of three isolated cases, it is believed that ingestion of tolperisone was the cause of death.

Storage Conditions

Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Drug Classes

Central Depolarizing muscle relaxants, Centrally acting Skeletal Muscle Relaxants

Mode Of Action

Tolcalm 50 mg is a centrally acting muscle relaxant, which acts on the central nervous system and used mainly for the treatment of elevated muscle tone and tension as well as for certain circulation problems in the extremities.

Pregnancy

Tolcalm 50 mg should be used in pregnancy according to the physician's advice. It should not be used during breast feeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tolcalm 50 mg used for?

Tolperisone Hydrochloride is indicated in- Treatment of increased tone of skeletal muscles due to organic neurological disorders (injury of the pyramidal tract, multiple sclerosis, myelopathy, encephalomyelitis). Treatment of muscular spasm, muscular contracture, rigidity, spinal automatism. ... Read moreTolperisone Hydrochloride is indicated in- Treatment of increased tone of skeletal muscles due…

What is the dosage of Tolcalm 50 mg?

The recommended dose is as follows: Adult: 50-150 mg three times daily according to the individual requirement and tolerance of the patient. Children (from 3 months to 6 years): 5 mg/kg/day in three divided doses. Children (from 6 to 14 years): 2-4 mg/kg/day in three divided doses. or, as directed by the registered physician.

What are the side effects of Tolcalm 50 mg?

Possible side-effects include sometimes muscular weakness, headache, nausea, vomiting and rarely hypersensitivity reactions (itching, redness of the skin, skin rash) may occur.

Who should not take Tolcalm 50 mg?

It is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any component of the product, myasthenia gravis and nursing mother.

What precautions should be taken with Tolcalm 50 mg?

In case of children, the prescribed dose and duration of treatment should closely be observed.

Is Tolcalm 50 mg safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Tolperisone Hydrochloride should be used in pregnancy according to physician's advice. Tolperisone hydrochloride should not be used during breast-feeding.

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