Flexeril Tablets
Chemical Name: FLEXERIL CYCLOBENZAPRINE (sye-kloe-BEN-za-preen)
Common Flexeril uses
Flexeril is a muscle relaxant used to treat
muscle spasms.
Before using Flexeril
Some medicines or medical conditions may
interact with this medicine. INFORM YOUR
DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and
over-the-counter medicine that you are
taking. DO NOT TAKE Flexeril if you are also
taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI).
USE OF THIS MEDICINE is not recommended if
you are also taking tramadol. If you are
taking tramadol, be sure your doctor knows.
ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR
CONDITION may be needed if you are taking
droperidol or fluoxetine. Inform your doctor
of any other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your
doctor or pharmacist if you have any
questions or concerns about using this
medicine.
Flexeril Directions
Follow the directions for using this
medicine provided by your doctor. THIS
MEDICINE MAY BE TAKEN WITH FOOD if it upsets
your stomach. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room
temperature, away from heat and light. IF
YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE and you are
using it regularly, take it as soon as
possible. If it is almost time for your next
dose, skip the missed dose and go back to
your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2
doses at once.
Flexeril Cautions
Flexeril MAY CAUSE drowsiness, dizziness,
or blurred vision. Do not drive, operate
machinery, or do anything else that could be
dangerous until you know how you react to
this medicine. THIS MEDICINE WILL ADD TO THE
EFFECTS of other depressants or alcohol. Ask
your pharmacist if you have questions about
which medicines are depressants. IF YOU
EXPERIENCE DRY MOUTH, use sugarless candy or
gum, or melt bits of ice in your mouth. If
dry mouth continues for more than 2 weeks,
contact your dentist or doctor. DO NOT USE
THIS MEDICINE longer than recommended by
your doctor. FOR WOMEN: IT IS UNKNOWN IF
THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF
YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you
are using this medicine, check with your
doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to
your baby.
Possible side effects of Flexeril
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during
treatment, include drowsiness, dizziness,
fatigue, blurred vision, dry mouth, or
unpleasant taste. If they continue or are
bothersome, check with your doctor. If you
notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted
side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction
checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
If you take too much Flexeril
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room
immediately. Symptoms of overdose may
include drowsiness, fast or irregular
heartbeat, enlarged pupils, seizures, and
loss of consciousness.
Additional Flexeril information
DO
NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom
it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS
MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP
THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.
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