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USES: This medication relaxes muscles and relieves pain and discomfort associated with strains, sprains, spasms or other muscle injuries.
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Flexeril
Uses
This medication relaxes muscles and relieves pain and discomfort associated with strains, sprains, spasms or other muscle injuries.
Notes
- Do not use for longer than 3 weeks unless specifically instructed to do so.
- This medication provides temporary relief and must be used in addition to rest, physical therapy and other measures.
Storage
- Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
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Flexeril (cyclobenzaprine) 10 mg |
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Flexeril (cyclobenzaprine) 5 mg |
How To Use
- 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.
Side Effects
- 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 or difficulty urinating while taking this medication.
- 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.
Precautions
- Before taking this drug, tell your doctor if you have glaucoma, an overactive thyroid gland, heart disease, difficulty urinating and of any allergies you have.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding before taking this drug.
- Alcohol adds to the dizziness and drowsiness caused by cyclobenzaprine.
- Limit alcohol intake.
Missed Dose
- 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.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medications you are taking, especially cimetidine, antidepressants, sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping pills, narcotic pain medication (e.g., codeine) and medication for allergies, asthma, coughs or colds.
- Do not allow anyone else to take this medication.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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