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| Prescription Cyclobenzaprine Drug Information |
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Cyclobenzaprine Uses? |
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Cyclobenzaprine is prescribed by doctors to treat muscle spasms that occur as a result of strains, pulls, or sprains. When used with rest and physical therapy, Cyclobenzaprine relieves muscle pain and stiffness. |
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Cyclobenzaprine Directions? |
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Make sure to follow doctor's orders while you are using Cyclobenzaprine. You have the option of taking your pills with or without food. It's inadvisable to take this drug for more than three weeks. Those who have dry mouth while on Cyclobenzaprine therapy may benefit from chewing gum or sucking on hard candies. |
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Cyclobenzaprine Side Effects? |
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Side effects cannot be anticipated. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Cyclobenzaprine. 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. |
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Cyclobenzaprine Waringins? |
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Cyclobenzaprine should not be used by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. It's also not recommended for women who are breast-feeding. The medication may be passed in breast milk, although it's not known for sure. It is known that Cyclobenzaprine is related to tricyclic antidepressants that are passed in breast milk. If you want to take to Cyclobenzaprine, your doctor may recommend that you stop breast-feeding. |
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Cyclobenzaprine Drug Interactions? |
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Cyclobenzaprine should not be combined with alcohol. Potentially life threatening complications can result from using this medication while taking any antidepressant drugs containing MAO inhibitors, such as Parnate or Nardil. Do not begin taking Cyclobenzaprine within two weeks of using a MAO inhibitor, and follow your doctors instructions carefully on stopping MAO inhibitors before beginning Cyclobenzaprine. Your doctor should especially know if you are taking any of these at the same time: barbiturates such as phenobarbital Guanethidine and other drugs for blood pressure that slow the central nervous system, such as Halcion and Xanax Tramadol (Ultram). |
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Cyclobenzaprine Missed Dose? |
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If you forget to take your Cyclobenzaprine when scheduled, don't take a double dose to catch up. Instead, you should just skip that dose and continue on with the regular dosing schedule the next morning. |
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Cyclobenzaprine Storage? |
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Store Cyclobenzaprine away from sunlight or moisture. This medication needs to remain at room temperature. |
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Anything Else I Should Know About Cyclobenzaprine? |
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The muscle relaxant Cyclobenzaprine works by blocking the pain messages and nerve impulses that are delivered to the brain. Cyclobenzaprine, when combined with physical therapy and rest, offers helpful short term (two or three weeks) treatment for muscle pain, tenderness, and stiffness. |
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Other Prescription Drugs |
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NOTE: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before taking the product. |
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