Flexeril Uses? Flexeril 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, Flexeril provides relief of muscular stiffness and pain.
Flexeril Directions? Take exactly as prescribed by your physician. Flexeril may be
taken with or without food. Flexeril should be used only for short
periods (no more than 3 weeks). Flexeril may cause dry mouth.
Sucking a hard candy, chewing gum, or melting ice chips in your
mouth can provide temporary relief. Flexeril Side Effects? Side effects cannot be anticipated. 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, 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. Flexeril Warnings? If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your
doctor immediately. It is not known if Flexeril appears in breast
milk. However, Flexeril 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. Flexeril Drug Interactions? Avoid alcoholic beverages while taking Flexeril. 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.
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 that slow the central nervous
system, such as Halcion and Xanax Tramadol (Ultram). Flexeril 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. Flexeril Storage? Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Anything Else I Should Know About Flexeril? Flexeril is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve
impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain. Flexeril
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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