Uses of Tolpa

Muscle relaxation

Side effects of Tolpa

Sleepiness
Weakness

How to use Tolpa

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. Tolpa is to be taken with food.

How Tolpa works

Tolpa 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.

What if you forget to take Tolpa?

If you miss a dose of Tolpa, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Tolpa provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
Take it with or after food or a glass of milk.
Tolpa 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 Tolpa as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.

Safety Advice

SAFE – Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Tolpa does not cause any harmful side effects.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Tolpa may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Information regarding the use of Tolpa during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE – Driving: Tolpa may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Kidney: There is limited information available on the use of Tolpa in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.\nHowever, caution is advised in patients with underlying kidney disease who are taking this medicine.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Tolpa in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.