| Uses |
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Cyclobenzaprine is a skeletal muscle relaxant. It relieves muscle spasms of local origin but is not effective in spasms which originate from diseases in the brain or spinal cord. |
| Dosage |
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10 mg (1 tablet) three times a day or 20-40 mg each day in divided doses. Do not exceed 60 mg daily. |
| Side Effects |
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Side effects are usually mild and consist of drowsiness, dryness of the mouth, and dizziness. |
| Contra_indications |
| Do
not use within 14 days after discontinuing MAOI9s. |
| Precautions |
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Do not use within 14 days after discontinuing MAOI9s. |
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Common Cyclobenzaprine Misspellings |
| Ciclobenzaprene, Ciclobenzaprine, Ciclobinzeprine, Cyclobenzaprin, Cyclobenziprine, Cyclobezaprene
, perscription, perscriptions |
| Drug Interactions |
| Cyclobenzaprine
may interact with antidepressants of both the monoamine
oxidase inhibitor class (MAOI9s) and tricyclic
antidepressants such as amitriptyline and imipramine. If
taken with those drugs, a sudden increase in fever with
convulsions may occur. |
| Other Cyclobenzaprine
Drug Comparison Information, Pricing & Online Facts |
Muscle Relaxers Cyclobenzaprine
Cyclobenzaprine (sometimes misspelled as Cyclobenzaprin and often referred to as Apo Cyclobenzaprine) is a skeletal muscle relaxant, it is the general form of Flexeril. Cyclobenzaprine is sold in 10mg tablets. Side effects from Cyclobenzaprine usually include mild and consist of drowsiness, dryness of the mouth, or dizziness. For more information on this drug or to purchase Cyclobenzaprine, see our website. |
