Ricobix-TH Tablet
Manufacturer
Medons India
Salt Composition
Etoricoxib (60mg) + Thiocolchicoside (4mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ricobix-TH Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of pain due to muscle spasms. It improves the movement of muscles and provides relief from pain and discomfort associated with muscle spasms.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Ricobix-TH Tablet is a combination medication containing Etoricoxib and Thiocolchicoside, used primarily for the treatment of pain due to muscle spasms. Etoricoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that blocks the release of certain chemical messengers causing pain and inflammation. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant that acts on the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasms, thereby improving pain and muscle movement. While effective, it may cause side effects such as dizziness and fatigue. It is important to avoid alcohol while taking this medication and to monitor blood pressure regularly, especially during the initial weeks of treatment. Consult your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, liver or kidney disease, or if you notice symptoms like yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Ricobix-TH Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Ricobix-TH Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Etoricoxib and Thiocolchicoside. Etoricoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. Thiocolchicoside is a muscle relaxant that works on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm and to improve pain and movement of muscles.
Quick Tips
Ricobix-TH Tablet helps relieve pain due to muscle spasm. It may cause dizziness and fatigue. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Ricobix-TH Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness. Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment. Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.