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Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule

Manufactured byWockhardt Ltd.
ContainsThiocolchicoside
Description
Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule is used to provide relief from rigidity, tension, and stiffness in muscles that may occur due to various conditions affecting your nervous system. It is also used in combination with other medicines to treat joint pain. Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule works by blocking certain receptors in your brain that cause pain, stiffness, and swelling. This medicine should only be used in adolescents and adults above 16 years of age. Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule has some common side effects like diarrhoea, stomach pain, nausea, and sleepiness. This medicine may also cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform activities requiring mental concentration until you know how it affects you. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, seek a doctor's consultation at the earliest. Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule should be taken with or immediately after food to avoid an upset stomach. Your doctor will prescribe you a lower dose at first and adjust it to a higher dose if there is no improvement in your condition. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own and avoid missing the dose. Consult your doctor if you suspect an overdose of this medicine. Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Share your entire medical history and the medications you are taking with your doctor to make sure this medicine is safe for you. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule

  • Itching and skin rash
  • Fainting and drowsiness
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Yellowing of skin and eyes
  • Photosensitivity
  • Dry mouth
  • Headache
  • Stomach pain

Uses of Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

  • Muscle spasm
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule start to show its action within 1 hour of taking it orally.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time for which Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule remains active in your body is 12 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule has no habit-forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it affects your foetus.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

Allergy

It is recommended to avoid taking Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule if you are allergic to this medicine. Seek medical attention if you see symptoms such as skin rash, swelling (face, lips, tongue, etc.), breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it affects your foetus.

Breast-feeding

Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.
General warnings

Other medicines

Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule may interact with any medicine you are taking. Let your doctor know all your current medicines to avoid the chances of possible interaction with this medicine.

Kidney diseases

Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule should be used with caution in the presence of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of kidneys.

Driving or operating machinery

Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule may cause dizziness and a decrease in blood pressure. Avoid performing any activities that require high mental alertness like driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience it until you know how this medicine affects you.

Use in children

Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule is not recommended for use in children and adolescents less than 16 years of age.

Impairment of fertility

The use of Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule may cause impairment of fertility in men. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Galactose intolerance

Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule can be avoided if there is Galactose intolerance as it may lead to side effects.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take a dose of Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule, take it as soon as you remember. If the next dose timing is near, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at your usual time. Do not double the dose.

Overdose

Never take Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of this medicine, go to the emergency department of your local hospital.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

CNS depressants

Other muscle relaxants

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule should be used with caution as it may damage your liver. Inform your doctor if you experience stomach pain, nausea, yellowing of skin or eyes, dark coloured urine, etc.

Seizures

Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule should be used with caution if there are seizures (fits) or in those with risk of seizures.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule with or after food or a glass of milk. It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness. Do not take this medicine for a longer duration than recommended. Do not open, crush or chew the capsule in your mouth.
Miscelleneous

To be taken after food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Mobiwok 8 mg Capsule works by interacting with certain specific receptors in the central nervous system (brain). It prevents muscle contractions and relieves muscle cramps.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Muscle relaxants

Schedule

Schedule H

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