Cyclobenzaprine Uses? 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 Directions? 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. Cyclobenzaprine Side Effects? 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.
Cyclobenzaprine Waringins? 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. Cyclobenzaprine Drug Interactions? 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). Cyclobenzaprine 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. Cyclobenzaprine Storage? Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Anything Else I Should Know About Cyclobenzaprine? Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve
impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain.
Cyclobenzaprine is used to relieve pain, tenderness, and limitation
of motion caused by muscle spasms. It is used, along with rest and
physical therapy, for short-term treatment (i.e., 2 to 3 weeks).
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