Cyclobenzaprine
Description
- Active ingredient: Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride
- Common brand names: Flexeril, Fexmid
- Drug class: Centrally acting skeletal muscle relaxant
- Legal status: Prescription only
- Pregnancy Category: B
Cyclobenzaprine is closely related to the tricyclic antidepressants.
Cyclobenzaprine uses:
- Relief of muscle spasm associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal
conditions
- Fibromyalgia (unlabeled use)
Dosage
As an adjunct to rest, physical therapy, and other measures for the
relief of discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal
conditions.
- Adults:
The usual dose is 10 mg 3 times a day. You should not take more than
60 mg a day.
- Children:
Safety and effectiveness of Cyclobenzaprine have not been established
for children under the age of 15.
Onset of action: 1 h.
Duration: 12 to 24 h.
Note: Do not use longer than 2-3 weeks.
Avoid alcoholic beverages or other CNS depressants while taking this
medicine.
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