FLEXERIL
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Manufactured by Merck & Co., Inc.
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FLEXERIL Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing
What is FLEXERIL?
FLEXERIL is the brand name for cyclobenzaprine and is available as an oral tablet.
What dosages is FLEXERIL available in?
FLEXERIL is available as a 5 mg and 10 mg tablet.
What is FLEXERIL used for?
FLEXERIL is a muscle relaxant indicated along with rest and physical
therapy for relief of muscle spasm associated with acute (short-term), painful
musculoskeletal conditions in adults and children 15 years of age and older.
How does FLEXERIL work?
FLEXERIL is a muscle relaxant. It works in the brain to help relieve muscle spasms, pain, and tenderness.
How do I take FLEXERIL?
FLEXERIL is typically taken by mouth three times daily for up to 2 or 3 weeks.
Is it safe for me to take FLEXERIL?
FLEXERIL is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not take this medication if you have taken a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor within the past 14 days, during the acute recovery phase of a heart attack, inpatients with arrhythmias, heart block or conduction disturbances, or congestive heart failure, or if you have hyperthyroidism.
FLEXERIL Common Side Effects
Common side effects of FLEXERIL include:
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Feeling tired
- Headache
FLEXERIL Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with FLEXERIL. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Severe allergic reaction: hives, trouble breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Serotonin syndrome: fast heart rate, dizziness, sweating, fever, shakiness, muscle stiffness, muscle twitching, confusion, hallucinations, coma
- Seizures
- Abnormal heart rhythm
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on FLEXERIL
The following medications may interact with FLEXERIL:
- MAO Inhibitors – Life-threatening interactions may occur
- Serotonergic Drugs – Serotonin syndrome has been reported
- CNS Depressants – Effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other CNS depressants may be enhanced
- Tramadol – Seizure risk may be enhanced
- Guanethidine – Antihypertensive effect may be blocked
Who makes FLEXERIL?
Merck & Co., Inc.
Is FLEXERIL safe in pregnancy?
FLEXERIL use during pregnancy has not shown an identified a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. However, you should take with your healthcare provider about the risks of taking FLEXERIL if you become pregnant.
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NowPatient has taken all reasonable steps to ensure that all material is factually accurate, complete, and current. However, the knowledge and experience of a qualified healthcare professional should always be sought after instead of using the information on this page. Before taking any drug, you should always speak to your doctor or another qualified healthcare provider.
The information provided here about medications is subject to change and is not meant to include all uses, precautions, warnings, directions, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or negative effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a particular medication does not imply that the medication or medication combination is appropriate for all patients or for all possible purposes.
Things to know
Is Flexeril a pain killer or muscle relaxer?
Is Flexeril stronger than ibuprofen?
How long does it take for Flexeril to work?
What should you avoid while taking Flexeril?
Which is stronger Flexeril 5mg or 10mg?
Is Flexeril better than Tramadol?
What is the very best muscle relaxer?
Is Flexeril better than gabapentin?
Does Flexeril stop nerve pain?
What class narcotic is Flexeril?
Does Flexeril make you very sleepy?
Does Flexeril have a calming effect?
How many hours does Flexeril work?
Is it OK to take Flexeril before bed?
How do muscle relaxers make you feel the next day?
How many Flexeril can you take at night?
Do you gain weight on Flexeril?
What medications Cannot be taken with muscle relaxers?
What should you avoid when taking cyclobenzaprine?
Is Flexeril a narcotic or non narcotic?
Is Flexeril similar to Tramadol?
Why is Flexeril discontinued?
Which muscle relaxer is the strongest?
How long does Flexeril make you sleepy?
What is the most common side effect of Flexeril?
Does Flexeril help with anxiety?
Does Flexeril block pain?
Does Flexeril help with pain?
Is 10 mg of cyclobenzaprine alot?
What drug is the same as Flexeril?
Are muscle relaxers better than pain pills?
What should you not take with cyclobenzaprine?
Is Flexeril same as Xanax?
Does Flexeril take away anxiety?
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