Thioace Information

Thioace is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Muscle Spasms. Secondary and off-label uses of Thioace have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Thioace. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Thioace as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Thioace are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Thioace has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Thioace's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Thioace have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Thioace may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Thioace, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Thioace Benefits & Uses

Thioace is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Muscle Spasms

Other Benefits

Ankylosing spondylitis

Thioace 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: Muscle Spasms Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose can be increased up to 16 mg, OD
Geriatric	Disease: Muscle Spasms Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose can be increased up to 16 mg, OD

Thioace Related Warnings

Is the use of Thioace safe for pregnant women?

Thioace should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Thioace safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Thioace. Immediately discontinue Thioace if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Thioace on the Kidneys?

Thioace can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Thioace on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Thioace. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Thioace on the Heart?

Thioace is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Thioace with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Amitriptyline

Alcohol

Thioace Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Thioace

Is this Thioace habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Thioace.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Thioace as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Thioace should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Thioace for mental disorders.

No

Thioace Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Thioace

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Thioace, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Thioace

Taking Thioace with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe