Drug Uses
Cyclobenzaprine is a
muscle relaxant, used to
treat the pain and stiffness
of muscle injuries,
including strains, sprains
and muscle spasms. The
active ingredient in
Cyclobenzaprine is
cyclobenzaprine.
How Taken
Cyclobenzaprine comes in
10 mg tablets, and the
normal dose in adults is one
10 mg tablet three times
daily. You should not exceed
a total dosage of 60 mg of
Cyclobenzaprine per day. It
might be taken with food if
stomach upset occurs. Take
Cyclobenzaprine as directed.
Do not increase your dose or
take it more often than
prescribed.
Warnings/Precautions
Cyclobenzaprine may not
be suitable for all
individuals. If you have had
any of the following
conditions in the past, or
are being treated for them
now, please inform your
doctor. In some cases side
effects may be minimized by
following your doctor's
advice, but you may be
advised not to take
Cyclobenzaprine. Before
taking this drug, tell your
doctor if you have:
glaucoma, an overactive
thyroid gland, heart
disease, difficulty
urinating or any allergies.
Inform your doctor if you
are pregnant or
breast-feeding before taking
this drug.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as
soon as you remember it.
However, if it is almost
time for the next dose, skip
the missed dose and continue
your regular dosing
schedule. Do not take a
double dose to make up for a
missed one.
Possible 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,
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.
Storage
Store at 25°C (77°F);
excursions permitted to
15-30°C (59-86°F) and out of
reach of children.
Overdose
The following symptoms
indicate an overdose, get
medical help immediately:
difficulty breathing,
extreme nervousness or
restlessness, flushed skin,
hallucination, racing or
irregular heartbeat,
seizure, shortness of
breath, tiredness (extreme),
unstable temperature,
unusual muscle stiffness,
vomiting (in combination
with these other symptoms).
More Information
Cyclobenzaprine may have
life-threatening
interactions with MAO
inhibitors. Cyclobenzaprine
may enhance the effects of
alcohol, barbiturates, and
other CNS depressants.
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directions, drug
interactions, precautions,
or adverse effects of your
medication. This is only
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