Tolmex Information

Tolmex is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Sprain.

The right dosage of Tolmex depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tolmex can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Tolmex are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Tolmex's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Tolmex related warnings talks about Tolmex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Tolmex since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Tolmex are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Tolmex may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Tolmex, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Tolmex Benefits & Uses
Tolmex Dosage & How to Take
Tolmex Side Effects
Tolmex Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Tolmex with Other Drugs
Tolmex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Tolmex
Tolmex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Tolmex Benefits & Uses

Tolmex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Sprain

Tolmex Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Sprain Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 50 -150 mg, TID, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Sprain Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 50 -150 mg, TID, for course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sprain Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 50 -150 mg, TID, for course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sprain Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Tolmex Related Warnings

Is the use of Tolmex safe for pregnant women?

Tolmex can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Tolmex, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Tolmex safe during breastfeeding?

Tolmex can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tolmex on the Kidneys?

Tolmex has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tolmex on the Liver?

Tolmex may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Tolmex on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Tolmex on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tolmex with Other Drugs

Tolmex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Tolmex Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tolmex unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Tolmex

Is this Tolmex habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Tolmex.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Tolmex since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Tolmex only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Tolmex in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Tolmex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tolmex

There is no information on the effects of taking Tolmex with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Tolmex

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tolmex.

Unknown