Eperisone: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Eperisone is a centrally acting muscle relaxant. It is a prescription medicine used for muscle stiffness, spasm and back and neck pain. In Pakistan it is available as tablets, made by 5 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Eperisone works

Eperisone acts on the spinal cord and nerves to reduce the overactive reflexes that keep muscles tight. It also widens small blood vessels, improving blood flow to the affected muscles. Together these effects help relieve stiffness and pain and make movement easier.

What is Eperisone used for?

• Muscle stiffness
• Spasm and back
• Neck pain

Eperisone is used to relieve muscle stiffness and painful spasm, particularly when linked to neck and shoulder problems, lower back pain and spondylosis. It may also be prescribed for muscle tightness (spasticity) caused by some nerve conditions. It is often combined with painkillers, rest and physiotherapy, and it eases tension in the muscles rather than treating the underlying cause of the pain.

Side effects of Eperisone

Eperisone is generally well tolerated. When side effects occur, they tend to be mild, such as:

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Loss of appetite
• Weakness or light-headedness

Stop taking it and seek medical help straight away if you develop a widespread rash, swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing or signs of shock.

Precautions and warnings

• Eperisone can cause drowsiness or weakness, so avoid driving or operating machinery if you are affected.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems.
• Let your doctor know about other medicines that cause drowsiness, including other muscle relaxants and sleeping tablets, and avoid alcohol.
• Its safety in pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established, so use it only if your doctor advises.
• See your doctor if pain lasts or comes with numbness, weakness in the legs or problems with bladder or bowel control.

Frequently asked questions about Eperisone

What is the price of Eperisone in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Eperisone products currently in stock range from Rs 423 to Rs 4,875 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Berelax 50mg Tablet at Rs 423. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Eperisone are available in Pakistan?

Eperisone is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Myonal (Hilton Pharma Ltd), Perispa (Platinum Pharmaceuticals Ltd), Smur (Barrett Hodgson Pakistan Ltd), Berelax (Kaizen Pharmaceuticals) and Spatec (Med Life Pharmaceuticals).

Do I need a prescription for Eperisone?

Yes. Eperisone is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Can Eperisone be used during pregnancy?

Its safety in pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established, so use it only if your doctor advises.

Are all Eperisone brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Eperisone in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Eperisone brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 5 products containing Eperisone from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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