Eprimat SR Capsule belongs to the class of medications called ‘antispasmodics’ used to treat muscle spasms. Muscle spasm is the sudden painful and involuntary muscle contractions which occur when the nerve impulses that control the muscle movements are damaged or interrupted. It is characterized by muscle tightness, joint stiffness, unusual posture, difficulty moving, and pain in affected muscles and joints.

Eprimat SR Capsule contains ‘Eperisone’, which belongs to the class of antispasmodics. It works by relaxing skeletal muscles and reducing myotonia (inability of muscles to relax). It can relax vascular smooth muscles (muscle found in the wall of blood vessels) and improve blood circulation. It can also suppress pain reflexes. These effects of Eprimat SR Capsule help to reduce pain and spasms in the muscle effectively.

Eprimat SR Capsule is available in the form of tablets. You should take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The common side effects of Eprimat SR Capsule are nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, headache, weakness, drowsiness and dizziness. These side effects are mild and temporary. However, inform your doctor immediately if any of these side effects persist or get worse.

It is not recommended to take Eprimat SR Capsule if you are allergic to Eprimat SR Capsule or any other contents. It is also not recommended for breastfeeding women. Before taking Eprimat SR Capsule, inform your doctor if you have any liver disease or are pregnant. Eprimat SR Capsule is not recommended for use in children. Elderly patients may require dose adjustments. Eprimat SR Capsule may not interact with alcohol. Eprimat SR Capsule may cause dizziness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

Eprimat SR Capsule is a muscle relaxant that also shows an analgesic effect. It reduces muscle stiffness and spasticity, enabling the movement of muscles easily. It is usually well tolerated when taken at recommended doses. Though it causes drowsiness, this effect has a very low incidence with Eprimat SR Capsule compared to other antispasmodic drugs. It can be used during rehabilitation (restoring functional ability in people with physical disabilities) as it can allow voluntary movement of the upper and lower extremities without using muscle power.

Eprimat SR Capsule may cause liver damage, so it should be used cautiously in patients with liver diseases. If you notice dizziness, sleepiness and weakness, you should refrain from activities that require you to stay alert, such as driving or operating heavy machinery. Also, inform your doctor if these effects are persistent or worse, the doctor may make dose adjustments based on the severity of side effects.

• Your doctor may advise you to undergo regular blood tests to monitor liver function while using Eprimat SR Capsule.