Synaptol SR 150

Composition of Synaptol SR 150

Synaptol SR 150 contains Tolperisone (150mg). It belongs to the Centrally acting muscle relaxant class of medicines.

Uses of Synaptol SR 150

Synaptol 150 Tablet is used for muscle relaxation. It is used to treat acute musculoskeletal pain.

Key benefits

• Breaks the spasm–pain cycle
• Helps you move and sleep more comfortably

How Synaptol SR 150 works

Synaptol 150 Tablet is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm without reduction in strength. This improves pain and movement of muscles.

How to take Synaptol SR 150

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. Synaptol 150 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause deep drowsiness, muscle weakness, a fall in blood pressure and slowed breathing. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Synaptol SR 150

Most side effects of Synaptol SR are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Dry mouth
• Weakness
• Nausea

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Synaptol SR 150

Warnings and precautions

This medicine causes drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you. Use it for the short course your doctor has prescribed — these are not intended for long-term use. Do not stop a long course abruptly without asking your doctor.

Do not take Synaptol SR if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with myasthenia gravis or severe liver disease.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol, sleeping tablets, antihistamines and opioid painkillers all add to the drowsiness, sometimes dangerously.

How to store Synaptol SR 150

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Synaptol SR 150

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li><div>Synaptol 150 Tablet provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.</div></li> <li>Take it with or after food or a glass of milk.</li> <li>Synaptol 150 Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.</li> <li><div>Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Synaptol 150 Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness.</div></li> <li>Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.</li> <li>Don't stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Muscle relaxant

Drug class:

Centrally acting muscle relaxant