Wilgesic Forte Tab 650mg/ 50mg

Description

Wilgesic Forte combines Paracetamol (650mg) — a well-known pain reliever and fever reducer — with Orphenadrine Citrate (50mg), a skeletal muscle relaxant. Together, they help reduce muscle spasms, stiffness, and painful musculoskeletal conditions, especially when pain is accompanied by involuntary muscle tightening.

Primary Uses

• Muscle-related pain and stiffness.

• Tension and occipital headaches caused by muscle spasm.

• Acute injuries like sprains, strains, and whiplash.

• Pain due to prolapsed intervertebral disc or neck stiffness.

Indications

Recommended in conditions such as:

• Tension headache linked to neck and scalp muscle tightness.

• Muscle spasm-related disorders of limbs or back.

• Post-traumatic muscular pain (e.g., sports or accidental injuries).

How It Works

• Orphenadrine Citrate acts on the central nervous system to relax skeletal muscles, reducing involuntary contractions.

• Paracetamol blocks pain signals and lowers fever by acting on the brain’s pain-regulating centers.

This dual action helps relieve pain both at the muscle and neurological level.

Side Effects

Common:

• Dry mouth.

• Blurred vision or dilated pupils.

• Drowsiness or dizziness.

• Constipation.

• Nausea or headache.

Less Common:

• Palpitations or fast heartbeat.

• Urinary retention.

• Skin rashes or allergic response.

Rare:

• Confusion (mostly in elderly).

• Aplastic anemia (very rare).

Warnings

• May cause drowsiness — caution advised while driving or operating machinery.

• Avoid alcohol, as it can increase liver stress (due to Paracetamol).

• Do not combine with other Paracetamol or Orphenadrine-containing medicines.

Contraindications

Not suitable in individuals with:

• Glaucoma.

• Prostatic enlargement or urinary blockage.

• Myasthenia gravis.

• Peptic or esophageal obstruction.

• Allergy to Paracetamol or Orphenadrine.

Precautions

• Patients with liver, kidney, or heart conditions should use only under medical supervision.

• Long-term use requires monitoring of blood, urine, and liver function.

Drug Interactions

Avoid using with:

• Phenothiazines or antidepressants with anticholinergic effects.

• Narcotic analgesics or anticonvulsants.

• Metoclopramide or propantheline.

• Alcohol (increases liver stress with Paracetamol).

Doctor’s Overview

Dr. Sameer Malik (Orthopedic Physician):
“Wilgesic Forte is often useful for acute muscle-related pain where both inflammation and spasm are present. It works quickly, but patients should avoid prolonged use due to the anticholinergic effects of Orphenadrine. Monitoring liver health is essential in long-term scenarios.”

Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a registered healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.