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Systaflam MR Capsule is used to relieve pain due to muscle spasms. It contains Diclofenac and Thiocolchicoside, which block chemical messengers that cause pain and reduce muscle stiffness. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, diarrhoea, and heartburn. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

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Not Returnable

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Jan-27

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About Systaflam MR Capsule

Systaflam MR Capsule is a combination medication primarily used to reduce and relieve pain due to muscle spasms (painful muscular contractions) associated with degenerative vertebral disorders, torticollis (neck muscle contractions), and upper and lower back pain. Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary contractions of the muscle, which can be painful and uncomfortable.

Systaflam MR Capsule is a combination of two drugs: Diclofenac and Thiocolchicoside. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (pain killer/NSAID) and relieves pain. It inhibits cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes and further prevents the formation of chemical messengers, 'prostaglandins' (PGs), that cause pain and swelling at the injured or damaged site. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant that works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps reduce muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby relieving pain due to muscle spasms.

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration based on the severity of your pain. Common side effects of Systaflam MR Capsule include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, diarrhoea, and heartburn. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. However, if the side effects are persistent, please reach out to your doctor.

Before starting Systaflam MR Capsule , inform your doctor if you have any liver, heart or kidney diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes, stomach ulcers, asthma, muscular hypotonia (decreased muscle tone), flaccid paresis (loose and floppy limbs), autoimmune diseases (systemic lupus erythematosus), and smoking habit. Systaflam MR Capsule is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Systaflam MR Capsule should not be given to children and adolescents below 18 years of age as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol while undergoing treatment with Systaflam MR Capsule . 

Uses of Systaflam MR Capsule

Treatment of Pain due to muscle spasms.

Medicinal Benefits

Systaflam MR Capsule treats pain due to muscle spasms. It contains Diclofenac and Thiocolchicoside. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs) and relieves pain. It inhibits cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes that further prevents the formation of chemical messengers called 'prostaglandins (PGs). These prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking COX enzymes' effect, lesser PGs are produced, which reduces mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant that works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps reduce muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby relieving pain due to muscle spasms.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Systaflam MR Capsule

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Heartburn

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you have any liver, heart or kidney diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes, stomach ulcers, asthma, muscular hypotonia (decreased muscle tone), flaccid paresis (loose and floppy limbs), autoimmune diseases (systemic lupus erythematosus), and smoking habit. Please consult your doctor before starting Systaflam MR Capsule if you have high cholesterol, chickenpox, porphyria (rare inherited disorder), hereditary disorders like Lapp lactase deficiency (lactose intolerance), galactose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption (small intestines not being able to absorb and use glucose and galactose), fits, and blood clotting disorders. Do not take any other NSAIDs for pain relief along with Systaflam MR Capsule unless prescribed. Stop taking Systaflam MR Capsule and consult your doctor immediately if you have stomach pain or any signs of bleeding in the intestine or stomach, such as blood in stools. Systaflam MR Capsule is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Systaflam MR Capsule may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert and focused. Avoid consuming alcohol while being treated with Systaflam MR Capsule . This medicine is not recommended in children and adolescents below 18 years of age as safety and efficacy are not established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Systaflam MR Capsule may interact with anti-diabetics, blood thinners (warfarin), water pills, anti-depressants (lithium), anti-cancer drugs (methotrexate), immunosuppressants (ciclosporin, tacrolimus), drugs treating urinary tract infections (Trimethoprim), medicines used for abortion (mifepristone), pain killers (aspirin, ibuprofen), heart-related drugs (digoxin), antibiotics (voriconazole), fits medicines (phenytoin), and cholesterol-lowering drugs (cholestyramine, colestipol).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol consumption while using this medicine to avoid the risk of adverse effects.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Before starting Systaflam MR Capsule , inform your doctor if you have stomach ulcers, blood disorders, galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, fits, muscular hypotonia, asthma, porphyria, diabetes, high blood pressure, autoimmune diseases, connective tissue diseases, heart, kidney, and liver problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • LITHIUM
  • METHOTREXATE
  • CICLOSPORIN
  • TACROLIMUS
  • TRIMETHOPRIM
  • MIFEPRESTONE
  • ASPIRIN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • DIGOXIN
  • VORICONAZOLE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • COLESTIPOL
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching, reducing spasm, tear and sprain incidence. Mild exercises, such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
  • Massages can also be helpful to ease the pain.
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes; wear loose garments for proper blood circulation.
  • Rest well and get plenty of sleep.
  • Hot or cold therapy can help treat muscle spasms. Apply an ice or hot pack on the muscle for 15-20 minutes.
  • Stay hydrated; drink plenty of water.

Special Advise

  • Let your doctor know that you are taking Systaflam MR Capsule if you are undergoing any medical tests.
  • Your doctor may recommend liver function tests to monitor your liver functioning.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body.

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. Symptoms include muscle tightness, joint stiffness, unusual posture, difficulty moving, pain in affected muscles and joints. Fatigue (weakness), stress, extreme heat or cold, infection and tight clothing can trigger muscle spasms. Muscle relaxants and exercise can treat muscle spasms. Muscle relaxants sedate the muscle and help in inhibiting painful contractions. At the same time, exercise helps in muscle stretching to be less likely to spasm, tear and sprain.

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Systaflam MR Capsule to avoid the risk of adverse effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Systaflam MR Capsule is not recommended during pregnancy since it may harm the developing baby. Please consult your doctor for more information.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Systaflam MR Capsule is not recommended during breastfeeding as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby. Please consult your doctor if you are a nursing mother.

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Driving

Caution

Systaflam MR Capsule may make you feel dizzy, sleepy and can cause vision problems sometimes. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness or drowsiness.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor since Systaflam MR Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor since Systaflam MR Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease.

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Children

Unsafe

Systaflam MR Capsule is not recommended in children and adolescents younger than 18 years of age.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Systopic Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., 101, Pragati Chambers, Commercial Complex, Ranjit Nagar, New Delhi-110008
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FAQs

Systaflam MR Capsule is used to reduce and relieve pain due to muscle spasms (painful muscular contractions) associated with degenerative vertebral disorders, torticollis (neck muscle contractions), and upper and lower back pain.
Systaflam MR Capsule contains Diclofenac and Thiocolchicoside. Diclofenac works by blocking the action of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant that relieves muscle stiffness due to muscle spasms and improves muscle movements.
Systaflam MR Capsule is usually prescribed for a short period and can be discontinued if there is no pain. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Systaflam MR Capsule for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Systaflam MR Capsule .
Diarrhoea can be a side-effect of Systaflam MR Capsule . Drink enough fluids and eat fibre rich food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or experience excess diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrhoeal medicine on your own.
It is not advised to use other NSAIDs or pain killers while using Systaflam MR Capsule . Please seek medical advice for further information.
You are not recommended to take Systaflam MR Capsule with warfarin as simultaneous use of these two medicines may increase the bleeding risk. However, if you are supposed to use these medicines together, please contact your doctor so that the dose may be adjusted or you may be prescribed alternate medicine.
Common side effects of Systaflam MR Capsule include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, diarrhoea, and heartburn. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. However, if the side effects are persistent, please reach out to your doctor.
Yes, Systaflam MR Capsule is a painkiller used to relieve pain due to muscle spasms associated with degenerative vertebral disorders, torticollis (neck muscle contractions), and upper and lower back pain.
Yes, Systaflam MR Capsule can be used to relieve upper and lower back pain if advised by the doctor. It inhibits chemical messengers that cause pain and reduces muscle stiffness.
Systaflam MR Capsule is contraindicated in people who are allergic to any of its components. It is also not recommended for people having stomach ulcers and stomach bleeding with NSAID use.
Store Systaflam MR Capsule at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.
Systaflam MR Capsule may cause dizziness sometimes. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness.
Long-term use of Systaflam MR Capsule may cause kidney damage. Therefore, avoid long-term use and take it only for the duration recommended by the doctor.
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Systaflam MR Capsule would not be more effective but may lead to unpleasant side effects. Therefore, take Systaflam MR Capsule only as per the dose advised by the doctor.

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