Buy Flexeril
WHAT IS IT
Flexeril is a muscle relaxant prescribed to relieve muscle spasms
resulting from injuries such as sprains, strains, or pulls. Combined
with rest and physical therapy, Flexeril provides relief of muscular
stiffness and pain.
USES
Flexeril is a muscle relaxant prescribed to relieve muscle spasms
resulting from injuries such as sprains, strains, or pulls. Combined
with rest and physical therapy, Flexeril provides relief of muscular
stiffness and pain.
WHAT TO KNOW
Pronounced: FLEX-eh-rill Generic name: Cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride
HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION
Flexeril may be taken with or without food. 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.
STORAGE
Store away from heat, light, and moisture.
NORMAL DOSE
ADULTS The usual dose is 10 milligrams 3 times a day. You should not
take more than 60 milligrams a day.
MISSED DOSE
Take it 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.
OVER DOSE
Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you
suspect a Flexeril overdose, seek medical attention immediately.
SIDE EFFECTS
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in
intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can
determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Flexeril. 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, gas,
hallucinations, headache, heartburn, hepatitis, hives, increased heart
rate, indigestion, inflammation of the stomach, itching, lack of
coordination, liver diseases, loss of sense of taste, low blood
pressure, muscle twitching, 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, unpleasant taste in the mouth,
urinating more or less than usual, vague feeling of bodily discomfort,
vertigo, vomiting, weakness, yellow eyes and skin Problems such as
confusion or hallucinations are more likely in older adults.
PRECAUTIONS
The effects of Flexeril during pregnancy have not been adequately
studied. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your
doctor immediately. It is not known if Flexeril 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 finished.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Serious, potentially fatal reactions may occur if you take Flexeril 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 Flexeril. Avoid
alcoholic beverages while taking Flexeril. If Flexeril 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 Flexeril with the following: Barbiturates such
as phenobarbital Guanethidine and other high blood pressure drugs Other
drugs that slow the central nervous system, such as Halcion and Xanax
Tramadol (Ultram)
NOTES
Flexeril is not a substitute for the physical therapy, rest, or exercise
that your doctor orders for proper healing. Although Flexeril relieves
the pain of strains and sprains, it is not useful for other types of
pain.
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