Sirdalud Retard
Sirdalud and Sirdalud Retard are muscle relaxants that relieve painful muscle spasms and reduce muscle stiffness caused by spinal issues or neurological conditions.
How to Use
Dosage
Dosage is individually adjusted. For painful muscle spasms, the typical tablet dose is 2-4 mg three times daily. For muscle stiffness due to neurological conditions, treatment starts with up to 6 mg daily in three divided doses, and can be increased to 12-24 mg daily, divided into 3-4 doses. For prolonged-release capsules, the typical starting dose is one 6 mg capsule once daily, which can be gradually increased, and for most patients, 12 mg once daily is sufficient.
Method
Tablets are taken 3 times a day; in severe cases, your doctor may prescribe an additional dose at night. Prolonged-release capsules are taken once a day.
The maximum daily dose for tablets is 36 mg. The maximum daily dose for prolonged-release capsules is 24 mg.
Possible Side Effects
- •Drowsiness
- •Fatigue
- •Dizziness
- •Stomach discomfort
- •Dry mouth
- •Muscle weakness
- •Trouble sleeping
- •Sleep problems
- •Lowered blood pressure
- •Temporary rise in liver enzymes
- •Nausea
- •Slow heartbeat
- •Stomach pain
- •Vomiting
- •Itching
- •Slurred speech
- •Allergic reactions
- •Fainting
- •Reduced strength
- •Blurred vision
- •Skin rash and inflammation
- •Hepatitis (liver inflammation)
- •Liver failure
- •Low blood pressure
- •Hallucinations
- •Confusion
- •Severe allergic reactions (e.g., trouble breathing, swelling of face/throat)
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to tizanidine or any other ingredients of this medicine.
- Do not use if you have severe liver disease.
- Do not use if you are taking fluvoxamine (an antidepressant).
- Do not use if you are taking ciprofloxacin (an antibiotic).
- This medicine can cause a severe drop in blood pressure, which may lead to fainting or circulatory problems.
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- Do not change the dose or stop the medication without your doctor's advice, to avoid side effects like increased blood pressure or rapid heartbeat.
- Tell your doctor if you have symptoms of liver problems, such as unexplained nausea, loss of appetite, or fatigue.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, as your dose may need to be reduced.
- Be cautious if you are elderly.
- Sirdalud/Sirdalud Retard is not recommended for children (under 18 years old).
- Do not consume alcohol during Sirdalud/Sirdalud Retard treatment, as alcohol may enhance the sedative effects of the medicine.
- This medicine should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding, as it may harm the unborn child or infant.
- Do not drive or operate machinery if the medicine causes dizziness, drowsiness, or symptoms of low blood pressure.