| 🔬 Active Ingredient (Generic Name): | Thiocolchicoside |
| 💊 Indication: | Muscle Spasticity, Musculoskeletal Pain |
| 🇺🇸 US Brand: | Myoril |
| 🏭 Manufacturer: | Sanofi India Ltd. (Founded: 1989) |
| 📦 Packaging: | 10 Capsules per Strip |
| 🧪 Strength: | 8 mg |
| 🚚 Delivery Time: | 6 To 15 days |
🌿 What is Thiocolchicoside 8 mg (Myoril)?
Myoril contains Thiocolchicoside, a semi-synthetic derivative of colchicine, which acts as a muscle relaxant by antagonizing GABA and glycine receptors in the spinal cord. It reduces muscle hypertonicity and improves mobility in acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions. Thiocolchicoside also exhibits anti-inflammatory properties, contributing to its therapeutic efficacy in pain associated with muscle spasm.
🌍 Availability & Global Brands
In markets outside India, Thiocolchicoside is available under various brand names such as Miorel. Sanofi India Ltd., established in 1989, produces Myoril 8 mg, ensuring high manufacturing standards and quality assurance.
🧬 Chemical Composition of Thiocolchicoside
| Component | Details |
| Active Ingredient | Thiocolchicoside |
| Chemical Formula | C29H35NO9S |
| Molecular Weight | 573.66 g/mol |
| Bioavailability | ~90% |
| Metabolism | Hepatic |
| Half-Life | ~11 hours |
💡 Indications & Usage
✅ Muscle Spasticity: Effective in reducing spasm in conditions like low back pain, cervical pain, and fibromyalgia.
✅ Anti-Inflammatory: Alleviates inflammatory pain associated with muscle injury.
💊 Dosage Recommendations
| Condition | Recommended Dosage |
| Musculoskeletal Spasm | 8 mg twice daily (morning and evening) |
Maximum 24 mg per day; treatment duration typically limited to 5–7 days.
🩺 Storage Guidelines
- Store Myoril 8 mg capsules at room temperature (20°C–25°C).
- Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
- Keep out of reach of children.
⚠️ Possible Side Effects
Common side effects include:
- Gastrointestinal discomfort
- Drowsiness
- Allergic skin reactions
Rare but serious:
- Severe hypersensitivity
- Colchicine-like toxicity at high doses
Refer to Sanofi PI or Drugs.com for full prescribing information.
🌐 How to Buy Myoril 8 mg in the US, UK, and Australia
✅ United States: Not widely available; may require import through specialty pharmacies.
✅ United Kingdom: Prescription needed; Thiocolchicoside is prescription-only.
✅ Australia: Prescription mandatory; import allowed with TGA approval and valid prescription.
🚢 Importing Myoril from India
Importing Myoril 8 mg from India offers cost savings. Ensure compliance with local import regulations and consult a healthcare provider before ordering.
🔗 Internal Links to Associated Muscle Relaxants
- Liofen 10 mg – Baclofen by Sun Pharma.
- Flexura 400 mg – Metaxalone by Sun Pharma.
- Skelebenz 15 mg ER – Cyclobenzaprine ER by Sun Pharma.
- Tizan 2 mg – Tizanidine by Sun Pharma.
- Pain-O-Soma 500 mg – Carisoprodol by HAB Pharma.
🎥 Educational Video on Thiocolchicoside
Learn about Thiocolchicoside’s mechanism and use.
👨⚕️ Doctor’s Insight: Dr. Priya Desai, Rheumatologist
“Thiocolchicoside provides effective spasm relief with anti-inflammatory benefits. Its rapid action and dual mechanism make it valuable in acute musculoskeletal pain management. Monitor for hypersensitivity in susceptible patients.”

