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Cyclobenzaprine
WHAT IS IT
Cyclobenzaprine is a skeletal muscle relaxant. It relieves muscle spasms
of local origin but is not effective in spasms which originate from
diseases in the brain or spinal cord.
Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant most commonly prescribed to
relieve muscle spasms resulting from injuries such as sprains, strains,
or pulls. In conjunction with an overall health plan, rest and physical
therapy, Cyclobenzaprine provides relief of muscular stiffness and pain.
Cyclobenzaprine is not a substitute for the physical therapy, rest,
or exercise that your doctor orders for proper healing. Although
Cyclobenzaprine relieves the pain of strains and sprains, it is not
useful for other types of pain. Do not share Cyclobenzaprine with others
for whom it was not prescribed, since they may have a problem that is
not effectively treated by this drug.
If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor
immediately. It is not known if Cyclobenzaprine appears in breast milk.
However, cyclobenzaprine is related to tricyclic antidepressants, and
some of those drugs do appear in breast milk. If this medication is
essential to your health, your doctor may advise you to discontinue
breastfeeding your baby until your treatment is completed.
Take exactly as prescribed by your physician. Cyclobenzaprine may be
taken with or without food. Cyclobenzaprine should be used only for
short periods (no more than 3 weeks). Cyclobenzaprine may cause dry
mouth. Sucking a hard candy, chewing gum, or melting ice chips in your
mouth can provide temporary relief.
Do not exceed the recommended dose or take this medicine for longer
than prescribed. If you experience difficulty breathing or tightness of
chest; swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; or develop a rash or hives,
tell your doctor immediately. Do not take any more of this medicine
unless your doctor tells you to do so. Avoid alcohol while you are using
this medicine. This medicine will add to the effects of alcohol and
other depressants. Do not drive, operated machinery, or do anything else
that could be dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine.
Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may
lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous
tasks. Before you begin taking any new medicine, either prescription or
over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Side effects cannot be anticipated. Only your doctor can determine if
it is safe for you to continue taking Cyclobenzaprine. More common side
effects may include: Dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth Less common or
rare side effects may include: Abnormal heartbeats, abnormal sensations,
abnormal thoughts or dreams, aggressive behavior, agitation, anxiety,
bloated feeling, blurred vision, confusion, constipation, convulsions,
decreased appetite, depressed mood, diarrhea, difficulty falling or
staying asleep, difficulty speaking, disorientation, double vision,
excitement, fainting, fatigue, fluid retention, hallucinations,
headache, heartburn, hepatitis, hives, increased heart rate,
indigestion, inflammation of the stomach, lack of coordination, liver
diseases, low blood pressure, nausea, nervousness, palpitations,
paranoia, rash, ringing in the ears, severe allergic reaction, stomach
and intestinal pain, sweating, swelling of the tongue or face, thirst,
tingling in hands or feet, tremors, urinating more or less than usual,
vertigo, vomiting, weakness, yellow eyes and skin. Problems such as
confusion or hallucinations are more likely in older adults.
Avoid alcoholic beverages while taking Cyclobenzaprine. Serious,
potentially fatal reactions may occur if you take Cyclobenzaprine with
an antidepressant drug known as an MAO inhibitor (such as Nardil,
Parnate) or if it has been less than 2 weeks since you last took an MAO
inhibitor. You should closely follow your doctor's advice regarding
discontinuation of MAO inhibitors before taking Cyclobenzaprine. If
Cyclobenzaprine is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either
could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to
check with your doctor before combining Cyclobenzaprine with the
following: Barbiturates such as phenobarbital Guanethidine and other
high blood pressure drugs that slow the central nervous system, such as
Halcion and Xanax Tramadol (Ultram).
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, if it is within an hour
or so of your scheduled time. If you do not remember until later, skip
the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take 2
doses at once.
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or
emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include cold and
clammy skin, low body temperature, slowed breathing, slowed heartbeat,
drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, seizures, deep sleep, and loss
of consciousness.
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