Drug Uses
Flexeril (Cyclobenzaprine Hcl) is a muscle relaxant, used to treat the pain and stiffness of muscle injuries, including strains, sprains and muscle spasms. The active ingredient in Flexeril is cyclobenzaprine.
How is Flexeril (Cyclobenzaprine Hcl) Taken?
Flexeril comes in 10 mg tablets, and the normal dose in adults is one 10 mg tablet three times daily taken with food if required. You should not exceed a total dosage of 60 mg of Flexeril per day.
Warnings
Before taking Flexeril (Cyclobenzaprine Hcl), tell your doctor if you have: glaucoma, an overactive thyroid gland, heart disease, difficulty urinating or any allergies. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding before taking this drug.
Side Effects
Flexeril (Cyclobenzaprine Hcl) may cause stomach upset, heartburn, constipation, headache, dizziness or drowsiness or dry mouth the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication. If these symptoms persist or become severe, notify your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop: muscle stiffness, skin rash, itching, rapid heart rate, swelling of the face, difficulty urinating.
Overdose
Difficulty breathing, extreme nervousness or restlessness, flushed skin, hallucination, racing or irregular heartbeat, seizure, shortness of breath, tiredness (extreme), unstable temperature, unusual muscle stiffness, vomiting (in combination with these other symptoms).
Information
Flexeril (Cyclobenzaprine Hcl) may enhance the effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other CNS depressants.
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