Mydocalm

Mydocalm is an oral muscle relaxant containing Tolperisone as its active ingredient. It belongs to the Centrally-acting Muscle Relaxant drug class, manufactured by Gedeon Richter, Hungary.

Tolperisone works by inhibiting abnormal nerve signal transmission in both the central nervous system (CNS) and peripheral nerves, relaxing spastic or contracted muscles and relieving pain from muscle spasms.

Key advantages of Mydocalm:

• Significantly less drowsiness than other muscle relaxants as it lacks sedative properties
• Non-addictive — No dependency or withdrawal symptoms when stopping
• Safe for driving — Due to minimal drowsiness compared to other muscle relaxants

Muscle Spasticity: Abnormal muscle contraction from neurological conditions such as post-stroke, multiple sclerosis.

Back Pain: Pain from muscle spasms, disc degeneration, or herniated disc. Helps relax muscles around the spine, reducing pain.

Neck Pain: Pain from muscle spasms, poor posture, prolonged sitting (office syndrome).

Advantage for working people: Mydocalm doesn't cause drowsiness, making it suitable for those who need to work or drive — unlike other muscle relaxants that cause sedation affecting daily activities.

Starting dose: Take 50 mg three times daily (morning, noon, evening) with or after meals.

Dose adjustment: Your doctor may gradually increase to 150 mg three times daily based on response and symptoms.

Important: Take with food to improve absorption. Swallow whole with water.

If you miss a dose: Take as soon as you remember, but if it's close to the next dose, skip it. Never take a double dose.

Duration of use: Use as prescribed, typically short-term alongside physiotherapy. Once symptoms improve, the doctor will consider tapering and discontinuing.

Common side effects:

• Headache
• Nausea, indigestion
• Mild dizziness
• Low blood pressure — may feel lightheaded when standing up quickly
• Fatigue

Serious side effects (stop taking and seek medical attention):

• Anaphylaxis — Rare but potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. Symptoms: rash, hives, swelling of face/tongue/throat, breathing difficulty, blood pressure drop
• Severe skin reactions

Note: Mydocalm causes significantly less drowsiness than other muscle relaxants, a key advantage for those who need to work or drive.

Do not use:

• Allergy to Tolperisone or any ingredient in the medication
• Myasthenia Gravis — the medication would worsen muscle weakness

Use with caution:

• Kidney or liver disease — dose adjustment may be needed
• Elderly patients — start at a lower dose
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult doctor
• Avoid alcohol as it may increase dizziness
• Although Mydocalm causes minimal drowsiness, exercise caution when driving initially until you know how the medication affects you

Mydocalm vs. Myonal (Eperisone): Both are low-drowsiness muscle relaxants. Eperisone has a similar mechanism acting on CNS and peripheral nerves. Eperisone has extensive back pain study data, while Tolperisone has good long-term studies. Both are excellent choices for those wanting non-sedating muscle relaxants.

Mydocalm vs. Norgesic (Orphenadrine): Norgesic contains Orphenadrine + Paracetamol and causes significantly more drowsiness due to anticholinergic effects. Norgesic's advantage is the built-in pain relief, but it's unsuitable for those who need to work or drive.

Tolperisone has a half-life of approximately 1.5–2.5 hours, requiring three daily doses. Peak blood levels are reached within 1–1.5 hours after taking.

For muscle spasms: Muscle-relaxing effect begins within 30–60 minutes. Pain usually improves within the first week.

For chronic back/neck pain: May take 1–2 weeks for noticeable improvement, especially when combined with physiotherapy.

If symptoms haven't improved after 2 weeks, consult your doctor about dose adjustment or alternative treatment.

Mydocalm is a pharmacist-dispensed medication. You can order online from Intimo Life.

Can I buy Mydocalm online?

Yes. Order through Intimo Life — select the product, consult with a licensed pharmacist online, and receive your medication at home.

Do I need a prescription?

A doctor's prescription is not required, but the medication must be dispensed by a licensed pharmacist. At Intimo Life, our pharmacist will review your symptoms and health history to confirm suitability before shipping.

How does Intimo Life ship orders?

We deliver nationwide in Thailand with discreet packaging — no product names on the outside.