Flexeril
Muscle Relaxer
| Flexeril prescription muscle relaxer is a
muscle relaxant prescribed to relieve muscle spasms
resulting from injuries such as sprains, strains, or
pulls. Flexeril prescription muscle relaxer, combined with
rest and physical therapy, Flexeril prescription muscle
relaxer provides relief of muscular stiffness and pain. |
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Drug
Uses
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Flexeril relaxes muscles and relieves pain and discomfort associated with strains, sprains, spasms or other muscle injuries.
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General
Information
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Flexeril should be used only for short periods (no more than 3
weeks). Since the type of injury that Flexeril treats should
improve in a few weeks, there is no reason to use it for a
longer period. Flexeril may cause dry mouth. Sucking a hard
candy, chewing gum, or melting ice chips in your mouth can
provide temporary relief.
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How
Taken
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May be taken with food if stomach upset occurs. Take this medication as directed. Do not increase your dose or take it more often than prescribed.
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Possible
Side Effects
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| May cause stomach upset, heartburn, constipation, headache, dizziness or drowsiness or dry mouth the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication. If these symptoms persist or become severe, notify your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop: muscle stiffness, skin rash, itching, rapid heart rate, swelling of the face, difficulty urinating. When rising quickly from a sitting or lying position, dizziness or lightheadedness may occur. Change positions slowly and use caution on stairs. Avoid activities requiring alertness if dizziness or drowsiness occurs. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
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Warnings/Precautions
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Before taking this drug, tell your doctor if you have: glaucoma, an overactive thyroid gland, heart disease, difficulty urinating, any allergies. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding before taking this drug.
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Drug
Interactions
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Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medications you take, especially of: cimetidine, antidepressants, sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping pills, narcotic pain medication (e.g., codeine), anti-allergy drugs, drugs used for asthma, cough-and-cold medicines. Alcohol adds to the dizziness and drowsiness caused by cyclobenzaprine. Limit alcohol intake. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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Missed
Dose
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| If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
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Storage
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| Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
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Pregnancy/Nursing
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pregnant women, this medicine should only be used when clearly
needed. Discuss with your doctor the benefits versus the risks
to your pregnancy. It is unknown whether this medicine is
excreted in breast milk. If you are or are planning to breast
feed, check with your doctor to discuss any risks to your baby.
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