Muscoflex contains the active ingredient Thiocolchicoside which is a muscle relaxant with anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect. This medicine has a direct effect on the GABA receptors in the spinal cord level and some receptors within the central nervous system. 

Thiocolchicoside is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of the following muscle, rheumatic and neurological diseases associated with spasms or contractures of skeletal muscle: degenerative diseases of the spine such as torticollis, backache and lumbago; neurological diseases with spasms; co-administration during physical therapy (rehabilitation). Thiocolchicoside is not suitable for everyone. Do not use it if you are allergic to thiocolchicoside, or other ingredients of this medicine

In particular, you must tell the doctor if you: are pregnant or breastfeeding, have kidney or liver problems, have diabetes, fructose or lactose intolerance, have muscle hypotony, have kidney failure.

Thiocolchicoside interacts with other medicines. It is most important that you tell the doctor all the medications and herbal supplements that you are currently taking.

You should take Muscoflex exactly as instructed by your doctor or pharmacist. The dose will be prescribed according to your condition and needs. The usual dose is one or two capsules per day, taken after meal. Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, or do not use it for a longer time than your doctor instructed. Also, this medicine works best if there is a constant amount in the blood. To help keep this amount constant, do not miss any doses and take the medicine at the same time each day. Do not take two doses together if you miss a dose. Read the information leaflet provided with your medication for additional information. Talk to your doctor if you have any additional questions. 

Like other medecines Thiocolchicoside can cause sede effects including - stomach pain, diarrhea, hypotension, loss of consciousness, restlessness, sleepiness, skin rash, contact dermatitis. Consult a doctor if the side effects are severe.