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Norbenz-15 Capsule 10's

Norbenz-15 Capsule 10's

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Synonym

CYCLOBENZAPRINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer/Marketer

Matins Healthcare

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Norbenz-15 Capsule

Norbenz-15 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called 'muscle relaxant' used to reduce and relieve the muscle spasm or excessive muscle tension occurring in various illnesses. Muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary contractions of the muscle, which can be painful and uncomfortable. When the nerve impulses that control the muscle movements are damaged or interrupted, it could lead to muscle spasms. 

The Norbenz-15 Capsule contains 'cyclobenzaprine' which works by relieving muscle spasm through action on the central nervous system at the brain stem and helps relieve pain and improve muscle movements. Norbenz-15 Capsule works on the spinal cord and brain, thereby maintaining muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness. 

Take Norbenz-15 Capsule with food. You are advised to take Norbenz-15 Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as blurred vision, dizziness, drowsiness, or lightheadedness, dryness of the mouth. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are suggested to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Do not discontinue Norbenz-15 Capsule suddenly as it could lead to unpleasant side-effects such as rigidity, increased heart rate, changes in mood, fever, mental disorders, confusion, hallucinations, and fits (seizures). Consult your doctor before taking Norbenz-15 Capsule if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Your doctor will prescribe Norbenz-15 Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Norbenz-15 Capsule is not recommended for children below 15 years of age. Inform your doctor about all the current medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects. Please speak to your doctor immediately if you experience mood swings, depression or if you have any suicidal thoughts. 

Uses of Norbenz-15 Capsule

Treatment of Muscle spasm

Medicinal Benefits

Norbenz-15 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called muscle relaxants used to reduce and relieve muscle spasms (excessive tension in the muscles). Norbenz-15 Capsule  relieves muscle spasm through action on the central nervous system at the brain stem and helps in relieving pain and improves muscle movements. Norbenz-15 Capsule is particularly effective for relieving involuntary muscle spasms in the ankle, hip, and knee. Norbenz-15 Capsule is used together with physical therapy and rest to relieve muscle spasms caused by painful conditions such as an injury.

Directions for Use

Norbenz-15 Capsule can be take taken with or without food. Swallow Norbenz-15 Capsule as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, break or open it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Norbenz-15 Capsule

  • Blurred vision
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Excitement or nervousness
  • Frequent urination
  • General feeling of discomfort or illness
  • Headache
  • Lightheadedness
  • Dryness of the mouth
     

Drug Warnings

A person should not take Norbenz-15 Capsule if they are allergic to a medicinal component present in it. If they have a certain thyroid disorder (hyperthyroidism), a heart rhythm disorder, or you have recently had a heart attack and heart block, congestive heart failure. If a person has taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, they should not take Norbenz-15 Capsule to cause serious drug interaction. Consult your doctor before taking Norbenz-15 Capsule if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Your doctor will prescribe Norbenz-15 Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Norbenz-15 Capsule is not recommended for children below 15 years of age. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects. Please talk to your doctor immediately if you experience mood swings, depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts. Your doctor may advise you to undergo regular blood tests to monitor liver function. Inform your doctor that you are taking Norbenz-15 Capsule if you are experiencing any operation which requires a general anaesthetic.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Norbenz-15 Capsule may have interaction with hydrocodone, methadone, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, morphine, fentanyl and tramadol (used to relieve pain), naloxone (used to block the effect of opioids), tizanidine (muscle relaxant), lithium and amitriptyline (used to treat mood disorders), diltiazem (used for high blood pressure), MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline), levodopa and carbidopa (used to treat Parkinson’s disease), promethazine (anti-histamine), temazepam (sedative medicine), and carbamazepine (used to treat fits).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Norbenz-15 Capsule as it might cause increased sleepiness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Norbenz-15 Capsule may have interactions with cardiovascular disease, kidney dysfunction, seizures (fits), psychosis (a severe mental disorder with impaired thoughts and emotions) and autonomic dysreflexia (spinal cord injury). 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • HYDROCODONE
  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • PHENELZINE
  • PROCARBAZINE
  • RASAGILINE
  • LITHIUM
  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • NALOXONE
  • DILTIAZEM
  • PROMETHAZINE
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • LEVODOPA
  • ACETAMINOPHEN
  • MORPHINE
  • IBUPROFEN
  • TRAMADOL
  • TIZANIDINE
  • FENTANYL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching so that they are less likely to spasm, tear, and sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
  • Massages can also be helpful.
  • Avoid contact with extreme cold and hot temperatures. 
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes, instead, wear loose garments.
  • Rest well, get plenty of sleep for at least 8 hours. 
  • To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position at least every two hours.
  • Hot or cold therapy can help treat muscle spasms. Apply an ice-pack or hot-pack on the muscle for 15-20 minutes.
  • Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water. 

Special Advise

  • Norbenz-15 Capsule will not reduce muscle spasm due to brain and spinal cord conditions, such as cerebral palsy.

  • Norbenz-15 Capsule should not be given within 14 days of monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor antidepressants, as taking them together can be fatal. 

  • Norbenz-15 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with a history of urinary retention, angle-closure glaucomaand increased intraocular pressure.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Muscle spasm: The sudden involuntary contractions of the muscle can be painful and uncomfortable. When the nerve impulses that control the muscle movements are damaged or interrupted, it could lead to muscle spasms. Symptoms include muscle tightness, joint stiffness, unusual posture, difficulty in movement, pain in affected muscles, and joints. Fatigue (weakness), stress, extreme heat or cold, infection and tight clothing can trigger muscle spasms. 

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Norbenz-15 Capsule as it may increase drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Avoid taking Norbenz-15 Capsule if you are pregnant unless prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Very-small amounts of Norbenz-15 Capsule pass into breast milk. However, consult your doctor before taking Norbenz-15 Capsule , your doctor will decide whether Norbenz-15 Capsule can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Norbenz-15 Capsule causes sleepiness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Norbenz-15 Capsule is not allowed in children below 15 years as safety and efficacy of Norbenz-15 Capsule are not established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot no. 10, Sector 5, IIE Sidcul, Haridwar - 249403 Uttarakhand (India)
Other Info - NOR0405

FAQs

Norbenz-15 Capsule is used to reduce and relieve the muscle spasm or excessive muscle tension occurring in various illnesses.
Norbenz-15 Capsule is a muscle relaxant that should be used together with rest and physical therapy to get maximum results.
A person should not take Norbenz-15 Capsule if they are allergic to a medicinal component present in it. If they have a certain thyroid disorder (hyperthyroidism), a heart rhythm disorder, or you have recently had a heart attack and heart block, congestive heart failure. If a person has taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, they should not take Norbenz-15 Capsule to cause serious drug interaction.
Norbenz-15 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called muscle relaxants, it relieves muscle spasm through action on the central nervous system at the brain stem and helps relieve pain, and improves muscle movements. Norbenz-15 Capsule works on the spinal cord and brain centres, thereby maintaining muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness.
Norbenz-15 Capsule causes sleepiness and drowsiness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel sleepy or drowsy.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Norbenz-15 Capsule . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.

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