Product introduction
Hifenac MR Tablet is a combination medicine built for pain that comes with muscle tightness or spasm, such as lower back pain or a stiff neck. It brings together aceclofenac to control pain and inflammation, chlorzoxazone to relax tense muscles, and paracetamol to add further pain relief and bring down fever. This three-way combination is intended for short-term use under medical guidance rather than everyday pain relief. It is commonly prescribed when muscle spasm is a significant part of the pain a person is experiencing.
Storage: Store below 25°C, in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
Uses of Hifenac MR Tablet
- Relieves pain caused by muscle spasm and stiffness
- Eases back pain, neck pain and sprains linked to muscle tightness
- Reduces associated inflammation and swelling
- Lowers fever accompanying muscular pain
Benefits of Hifenac MR Tablet
Because it relaxes tight muscles as well as reducing inflammation, Hifenac MR Tablet can settle spasm-related pain more effectively than an anti-inflammatory taken on its own. The added paracetamol component gives extra pain and fever control, which is useful when muscular pain is accompanied by general discomfort or a raised temperature.
Side effects of Hifenac MR Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Feeling unusually sleepy or tired
- Nausea or vomiting
- Stomach pain or loss of appetite
- Loose motions
- Mild dizziness
How to use Hifenac MR Tablet
Take this tablet exactly as your doctor prescribes, usually with food to protect your stomach. Swallow it whole with water rather than breaking or chewing it. Avoid extending the course beyond what has been advised, since the muscle relaxant component is meant for short-term use.
How Hifenac MR Tablet works
Aceclofenac reduces the chemical messengers responsible for pain and swelling at the affected site. Chlorzoxazone acts on the spinal cord and brain to calm the nerve signals that keep a muscle in spasm, helping it relax. Paracetamol adds further pain relief and lowers fever by acting on the brain's temperature and pain centres.
Substitutes for Hifenac MR Tablet
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
Alcohol can add to the drowsiness this medicine causes and increase the risk of stomach irritation, so avoid it during treatment.
This combination is generally avoided in pregnancy, especially in the later months, unless a doctor decides the benefit clearly outweighs the risk.
Speak to your doctor before using this medicine while breastfeeding, as its effect on a nursing baby isn't well established.
The muscle relaxant component commonly causes drowsiness, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how the medicine affects you.
Use cautiously if you have reduced kidney function; your doctor may need to adjust your dose or avoid it in severe disease.
Because all three ingredients are processed by the liver, people with liver disease should use this medicine only under close medical supervision.
Quick tips
- Take after food to reduce stomach discomfort.
- Expect some drowsiness — avoid tasks that need full alertness until you know how you react.
- Skip alcohol while on this medicine, as it can add to the sedative effect and stomach risk.
- Don't take other paracetamol or muscle-relaxant products alongside it without checking with your doctor.
- Contact your doctor if pain and stiffness don't improve within a few days.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Anti Rheumatics Non Steroidal Systemic |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Pain Analgesics |
| Action class | Not specified |
Frequently asked questions
What conditions is Hifenac MR Tablet prescribed for?
It's prescribed for pain that comes with muscle spasm or stiffness, such as lower back pain, neck pain and sprains.
How does Hifenac MR Tablet help with muscle spasm?
The chlorzoxazone in it acts on the nervous system to relax tight muscles, while aceclofenac and paracetamol reduce the accompanying pain, swelling and fever.
Will Hifenac MR Tablet make me feel sleepy?
It can cause drowsiness in some people because of the muscle relaxant component, so avoid driving or other alert tasks until you know how it affects you.
Can Hifenac MR Tablet be taken for everyday headaches?
It's better suited to spasm-related pain; for a simple headache, a plain painkiller is usually more appropriate, so check with your doctor or pharmacist.
How long can I take Hifenac MR Tablet?
It's generally prescribed for a short course; don't continue beyond what your doctor recommends.