Paracetamol
Uses
Paracetamol is used in the treatment of reducing fever, and relieving pain such as headache, pain during menstruation, arthralgia, myalgia, dental pain and post operative pain.
How it Works
Paracetamol inhibits and blocks the production of pain and inflammation-causing chemicals called prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are found throughout the body, but paracetamol mainly works on those in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Paracetamol may suffer from such side effects;
Allergic reaction,
Liver damage,
Diarrhoea
Tolperisone
Uses
Tolperisone is used for Muscle relaxation.
How it Works
Tolperisone works by acting on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve the muscle stiffness or spasms.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Tolperisone may suffer from such side effects;
Sleepiness,
Dry mouth,
Fatigue,
Dizziness,
Decreased blood pressure