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Maorix Tablets (Chlorphenesin Carbamate)

Maorix Tablets (Chlorphenesin Carbamate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Chlorphenesin Carbamate›125mg
Manufacturer / importer
Shinil Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
For domestic use: white round tablets For export: light blue triangular tablets
Packaging
1000 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 198400971 · Notified 1984.10.15 · Insurance code 653800490

Summary

Main use
Relieves painful muscle spasms associated with musculoskeletal disorders (low back pain, herniated disc, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 250㎎ of chlorphenesin carbamate orally per dose 3 times daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Shinil Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relieves painful muscle spasms associated with musculoskeletal disorders (low back pain, herniated disc, etc.)

  • Pain spasticity associated with musculoskeletal disorders
  • low back pain
  • degenerative disc disease
  • herniated disc
  • spondylolysis/spondylolisthesis
  • vertebral osteoporosis
  • shoulder-hand syndrome
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This medication is used to relieve pain spasticity associated with musculoskeletal disorders such as low back pain, degenerative disc disease, herniated disc, spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis, vertebral osteoporosis, and shoulder-hand syndrome.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 250㎎ of chlorphenesin carbamate orally per dose 3 times daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This medication contains chlorphenesin carbamate and is used to relax muscles. This medication should not be used in patients who have had allergic reactions to this medication or similar drugs. Patients with poor liver function should also not take this medication. Patients with a history of liver or kidney problems should be particularly cautious when using this medication and take it carefully under the supervision of a physician. This medication may occasionally cause allergic reactions such as skin rashes or swelling, so if these symptoms occur, the medication should be stopped immediately. Additionally, neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, and headaches may occur, and if these symptoms are severe, it may be necessary to reduce the dose or stop taking the medication. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, stomach pain, and decreased appetite can also occur, so caution is advised. Rarely, issues such as a decrease in blood cell counts may occur, so if any unusual symptoms arise, consulting a physician is recommended. Severe skin reactions that cause serious damage, such as toxic epidermal necrolysis (e.g., Lyell's syndrome), can occur, so skin condition should be closely monitored, and if any abnormalities are noted, the medication should be stopped immediately and medical attention sought. This medication can cause drowsiness or decreased concentration, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery. The safety of long-term use is not established, so it is advisable to have regular blood tests, urine tests, and liver function tests.

Side effects

Rash, edema, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, heaviness, weakness, lethargy, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, discomfort in the upper abdomen, feeling of fullness, loss of appetite, dry mouth, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Stevens-Johnson syndrome)

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

Taking this medication in conjunction with certain drugs or alcohol may enhance its effects, thus it is advisable to avoid combining them, and if absolutely necessary, the dosage should be reduced and taken with caution.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

For domestic use: white round tablets For export: light blue triangular tablets

Package unit

1000 tablets/bottle

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