Pain and muscle tension.These two processes are interrelated. Sometimes the balance between relaxation and muscle tension is broken in the direction of strengthening the latter. In general, the muscles and in rest are in a slightly strained state - tonus, but in some diseases the muscles cannot fully relax and the patient is in pain. Often in such cases, the doctor prescribes the drug "Mydocalm."
Instructions for use clarifies that the medicinethis is prescribed for pronounced muscle spasms, hypertonia, after some operations, in order to avoid stress in the area of operation, especially orthopedic or trauma, cerebral palsy, vascular diseases (obliterans), encephalopathies (in childhood). But most often they are prescribed in the treatment of neurological diseases (muscle contractures, multiple sclerosis, spinal automatism, encephalomyelitis, disturbances in the pyramidal tracts).
How does the drug "Mydocalm"?Instructions for use says that it is a muscle relaxant that acts on the central nervous system. As we see, its action is not limited to any local area, but acts immediately on the whole organism. Usually, with such an impact, side effects are much more than with local treatment.
The drug "Mydocalm" refers to the fewmeans, whose mechanism of action is not completely clear even to doctors, which does not prevent it from being very effective. You shouldn't be afraid, the clinical tests were passed successfully, so if “Mydocalm” was assigned to you, then do not pay attention to some white spots in the explanation of the mechanism of action. They still know something about him, and this allows him to appoint him boldly.
What are the effects of the Mydocalm?The instructions for use say that, due to the influence on the metabolism of calcium ions, the drug relaxes the muscles, patients are less likely to suffer spasms, the operated areas are not subjected to stress, the symptoms of neurological diseases are reduced, and pain disappears (the drug is also a light anesthetic).
The content of "Mydocalm" in the blood is muchlower than it is taken. The fact is that it is absorbed no more than 20%. It is derived well, mostly by the kidneys. Although without the participation of the liver in its metabolism is complete. Therefore, liver disease, as well as kidney disease - if not a contraindication to the prescription, then the limiting factor - exactly. In such conditions, the doctor usually reduces the dosage and insists on monitoring the patient's condition.
It is very important to take the medicine on time and accurately.follow dose guidelines. Most often, this amount is no more than 150 mg at a time, and sometimes you need to drink 2 times, and sometimes 3. The doctor will prescribe the exact dose based on many factors, such as age, weight, liver and kidney and others.
What are the side effects of the drug "Mydocalm"?Instructions for use says that most often there are problems with the digestive system. Such as nausea. However, vomiting comes very rarely. But abdominal discomfort is noted quite often. But the discomfort does not reach the pain syndrome. So if there was no vomiting and pain, you can not additionally consult a doctor.
What other side effects does the remedy have?"Mydocalm". Abstract mentions also some manifestations of the skin. In particular, its redness and rash. In extremely rare cases, anaphylactic shock is possible. With its signs - swelling of the tongue, chin and difficulty breathing, call an ambulance.
Do not appoint it for myasthenia, as well as children up to a year.
Like any medicine, "Mydocalm" should notused for self-medication, it will be just self-deception. Moreover, it is dangerous, since this medicine is of central action, and therefore only a professional who has studied for at least 7 years can calculate the possible side effects and take action.
