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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

MUSCLE RELAXANTS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

III Floor SIDCO Garment Complex, Guindy, Chennai 600 032, India
Other Info - ACT0548

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FAQs

Acton-OR Plus Tablet contains Paracetamol and Thiocolchicoside. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins responsible for pain and fever. Thiocolchicoside is a skeletal muscle relaxant that works on the centers of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby relieves pain due to muscle spasms.

Acton-OR Plus Tablet may affect sperm cells and thereby causes problems with male fertility. Therefore, please consult your doctor before taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet .

Acton-OR Plus Tablet may cause diarrhoea as a side effect. It is not necessary for everyone taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet to experience this side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

You are not recommended to take Acton-OR Plus Tablet with warfarin (blood thinner) as co-administration of these two medicines may increase bleeding risk. So you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately to use safely.

Acton-OR Plus Tablet may trigger episodes of epilepsy (fits), especially in patients who are at risk for fits or those suffering from fits. Therefore, please inform your doctor if you have a history of fits before taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet .

You are recommended to use Acton-OR Plus Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms persist even after using Acton-OR Plus Tablet for 7 days, stop taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet and consult a doctor.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Acton-OR Plus Tablet as it may increase the risk of liver damage.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Acton-OR Plus Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women as it may cause harm to the foetus. However, please consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby. However, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Acton-OR Plus Tablet may cause drowsiness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy after taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Take Acton-OR Plus Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Acton-OR Plus Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Unsafe

Acton-OR Plus Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

About Acton-OR Plus Tablet

Acton-OR Plus Tablet is a combination medication used to reduce and relieve orthopaedic, traumatic,  and rheumatologic disorders. It helps relieve muscle spasms (painful muscular contractions) associated with degenerative vertebral disorders, vertebral static problems, dorsal pain, low back pain, and torticollis (neck muscle contractions). 

Acton-OR Plus Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Paracetamol (mild analgesic and antipyretic) and Thiocolchicoside (muscle relaxant). Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins responsible for pain, inflammation and fever. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant that works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby relieves pain due to muscle spasms.

Take Acton-OR Plus Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, drowsiness or stomach pain. Most of these side effects of Acton-OR Plus Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Acton-OR Plus Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Acton-OR Plus Tablet is not recommended for children below 16 years of age. Avoid taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet if you are pregnant as it may cause harm to the foetus. Acton-OR Plus Tablet is excreted in breast milk. Therefore, Acton-OR Plus Tablet is contraindicated in breastfeeding women as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. Inform your doctor if you experience abdominal pain or discomfort, dark urine, itching, fever, weakness, or yellowing of skin and eyes while taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet as it indicates liver problems. Do not consume alcohol with Acton-OR Plus Tablet as it may increase the risk of liver damage. If you have galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, glucose-galactose malabsorption, G-6-PD deficiency (a hereditary condition resulting in low red blood cell counts), fits (epilepsy), muscular hypotonia (decreased muscle tone), flaccid paresis (loose and floppy limbs), kidney or liver diseases, inform your doctor before taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet .

Uses of Acton-OR Plus Tablet

Musculoskeletal pain, Muscle spasms

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

Acton-OR Plus Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Paracetamol and Thiocolchicoside used to treat pain due to muscle spasms. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins responsible for pain and fever. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant that works on the centers of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby relieves pain due to muscle spasms.

Directions for Use

Take Acton-OR Plus Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Side Effects of Acton-OR Plus Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Drowsiness
  • Stomach pain
  • Fainting and drowsiness
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Dry mouth
  • Headache
  • Anemia

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Acton-OR Plus Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Acton-OR Plus Tablet is not recommended for children below 16 years of age. Avoid taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet if you are pregnant as it may cause harm to the fetus. Acton-OR Plus Tablet is excreted in breast milk, so Acton-OR Plus Tablet is contraindicated in breastfeeding women as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. Inform your doctor if you experience abdominal pain or discomfort, dark urine, itching, fever, weakness, yellowing of skin and eyes while taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet as it indicates liver problems. Do not consume alcohol with Acton-OR Plus Tablet as it may increase the risk of liver damage and gastrointestinal bleeding. If you have galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, glucose-galactose malabsorption, G-6-PD deficiency (a hereditary condition resulting in low red blood cell counts), epilepsy (fits), muscular hypotonia (decreased muscle tone), flaccid paresis (loose and floppy limbs), kidney or liver diseases, inform your doctor before taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ParacetamolLomitapide
Severe
ParacetamolKetoconazole
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ParacetamolLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acton-OR Plus Tablet:
Co-administration of Lomitapide and Acton-OR Plus Tablet may increase the risk of severity of liver injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Acton-OR Plus Tablet and Lomitapide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ParacetamolKetoconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acton-OR Plus Tablet:
Co-administration of Acton-OR Plus Tablet and Ketoconazole may increase the risk of liver injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Acton-OR Plus Tablet and Ketoconazole, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you have joint pain or swelling, fever, chills, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, over-tiredness, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately as these may be signs and symptoms of liver damage. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
ParacetamolMipomersen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acton-OR Plus Tablet:
Co-administration of Mipomersen with Acton-OR Plus Tablet may increase the risk or severity of liver injury.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Acton-OR Plus Tablet and Mipomersen, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ParacetamolValdecoxib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acton-OR Plus Tablet:
Co-administration of Acton-OR Plus Tablet and Valdecoxib may increase the risk or severity of adverse effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Acton-OR Plus Tablet and Valdecoxib, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if the side effects worsen, please consult a doctor.
ParacetamolOxazepam
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acton-OR Plus Tablet:
Co-administration of Acton-OR Plus Tablet may decrease the excretion rate of Oxazepam which could result in a higher serum level.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Oxazepam and Acton-OR Plus Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ParacetamolKetamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acton-OR Plus Tablet:
Co-administration of ketamine and Acton-OR Plus Tablet may decrease the effectiveness of Ketamine which could result in a higher blood level.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ketamine and Acton-OR Plus Tablet together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. If you're feeling very sleepy or having trouble breathing, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ParacetamolTeriflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acton-OR Plus Tablet:
Co-administration of Teriflunomide with Acton-OR Plus Tablet may increase the risk or severity of Liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet with Teriflunomide together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ParacetamolLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acton-OR Plus Tablet:
Co-administration of Acton-OR Plus Tablet and Leflunomide may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Acton-OR Plus Tablet and Leflunomide, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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PARACETAMOL-325MG+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE-4MGMental and behavioural disorders due to use of alcohol
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PARACETAMOL-325MG+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE-4MGHepatic failure, not elsewhere classified
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PARACETAMOL-325MG+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE-4MGMental and behavioural disorders due to use of alcohol
Severe
How does the disease interact with Acton-OR Plus Tablet:
Chronic alcoholics may have a higher risk of hepatotoxicity when using Acton-OR Plus Tablet. Patients using Acton-OR Plus Tablet may cause severe liver damage, including acute liver failure that required a liver transplant and resulted in death.

How to manage the interaction:
Acton-OR Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients who consume three or more alcoholic drinks a day. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet. If you have nausea, vomiting, fever, rash, anorexia (eating disorder), over-tiredness, upper right stomach pain, dark urine, and jaundice, contact your doctor as these may be signs and symptoms of liver injury.
PARACETAMOL-325MG+THIOCOLCHICOSIDE-4MGHepatic failure, not elsewhere classified
Severe
How does the disease interact with Acton-OR Plus Tablet:
The liver predominantly converts Acton-OR Plus Tablet to inactive forms. Patients with hepatic impairment may be more prone to toxicity because their minor metabolic pathways are more active.

How to manage the interaction:
Acton-OR Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney insufficiency. Also, it is recommended to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • DOMPERIDONE
  • METOCLOPRAMIDE
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • RANITIDINE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

Acton-OR Plus Tablet may give false-positive results for urine glucose tests. Therefore, inform your doctor or lab technician that you are taking Acton-OR Plus Tablet before undergoing any laboratory tests.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Regular exercise 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.
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes, instead, wear loose garments.
  • Rest well, and 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 to the muscle for 15-20 minutes. 

Acton-OR Plus Tablet Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
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