Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles.
Uses cyclone zaparin is used short-term to treat muscle spasms it is usually used along with rest and physical therapy it works by helping to relax the muscles how to use cyclobenzaprine oral take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor do not increase your dose or use this drug more often or for longer than prescribed your condition
Will not improve any faster and your risk of side effects will increase the dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment this medication should only be used short term for three weeks or less unless directed by your doctor tell your doctor if your condition persists after two to three weeks or if it worsens side effects drowsiness dizziness
Dry mouth constipation or tiredness may occur if any of these effects persist or worsen tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects many people using this medication do not have serious side effects tell your doctor right away
If you have any serious side effects including fast irregular heartbeat mental mood changes such as confusion hallucinations trouble urinating a very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare however get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction including rash itching swelling especially of the face slash tongue slash
Throat severe dizziness trouble breathing this is not a complete list of possible side effects if you notice other effects not listed above contact your doctor or pharmacist precautions before taking cyclobenzaprine tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or if you have any other allergies this product may contain inactive ingredients which can
Cause allergic reactions or other problems talk to your pharmacist for more details before using this medication tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history especially of liver disease overactive thyroid hyperthyroidism heart problems such as irregular heartbeat heart block heart failure recent heart attack difficulty urinating such as due to an enlarged
Prostate glaucoma this drug may make you dizzy or drowsy alcohol or marijuana cannabis can make you more dizzy or drowsy do not drive use machinery or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely avoid alcoholic beverages talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana cannabis before having surgery tell your doctor or dentist about all the products
You use including prescription drugs non-prescription drugs and herbal products older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug especially drowsiness confusion constipation or trouble urinating drowsiness and confusion can increase the risk of falling during pregnancy this medication should be used only when clearly needed discuss the risks and
Benefits with your doctor it is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk however similar drugs pass into breast milk consult your doctor before breastfeeding interactions drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects this document does not contain all possible drug interactions keep a list of all
The products you use including prescription non-prescription drugs and herbal products and share it with your doctor and pharmacist do not start stop or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor’s approval some products that may interact with this drug include tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline imipramine taking mal-inhibitors with this
Medication may cause a serious possibly fatal drug interaction avoid taking mal inhibitors isocarboxazid linzalid mettex alone methylene blue moclobemide phenolsene procarbazine razajoline saphenamide seligaline transypromine during treatment with this medication most male inhibitors should also not be taken for two weeks before treatment with this medication ask
Your doctor when to start or stop taking this medication before using this medication report the use of drugs that increase serotonin including street drugs such as mdma ecstasy saint john’s wort certain antidepressants including ssris such as fluoxetine paroxetine snris such as dulcetine slash venlafaxin tramadol among others tell your doctor or pharmacist if you
Are taking other products that cause drowsiness such as opioid pain or cough relievers such as codeine hydrocodone alcohol marijuana cannabis drugs for sleep or anxiety such as alprazolam lorazepam zolpidem other muscle relaxants such as chirosopradol methocarbamal or antihistamines such as citrizine diphenhydramine check the labels on all your medicines such as
Allergy or cough and cold products because they may contain ingredients that cause drowsiness ask your pharmacist about using those products safely overdose if someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing call 9-1-1 otherwise call a poison control center right away u.s residents can call their local poison control center
At 1-800-222-122 canada residents can call a provincial poison control center symptoms of overdose may include fast irregular heartbeat fainting severe drowsiness trouble speaking seizures mental mood changes such as confusion hallucinations notes do not share this medication with others this medication has been prescribed for your current condition only do not
Use it later for another condition and let your doctor direct you to do so a different medication may be necessary in that case missed dose if you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember if it is near the time of the next dose skip the mist dose take your next dose at the regular time do not double the dose to catch up storage store at room temperature away
From light and moisture do not store in the bathroom keep all medications away from children and pets do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company
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