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Zanaflex is a muscle
relaxant that is used to treat muscle spasms and increased muscle
tone associated with spesticity. Zanaflex works by blocking nerve
impulses.
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Zanaflex
Important Note
The following 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 use of the drug is
safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional
before using this drug.
Uses
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms.
How to Use
Take as directed. Your dosage will probably need to be adjusted by your doctor
initially to achieve satisfactory results. Follow directions exactly.
Side Effects
Nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, unusual weakness or dry mouth might
occur. If these continue or are bothersome, notify your doctor. To minimize
dizziness, stand up slowly when arising from a sitting or lying position. Notify
your doctor if you develop: yellowing skin or eyes, stomach pain, vomiting,
hallucinations. Very unlikely but report: vision or hearing changes, urinary
frequency or burning, slow or irregular heartbeat, black stool. An allergic
reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it
occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, dizziness,
trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Before taking this drug, tell your doctor if you have: any allergies, low blood
pressure, liver or heart disease, kidney disease, eye disease. Limit the use of
alcohol as alcohol may intensify the dizziness and drowsiness effects of this
drug. Use caution when driving or operating machinery or when alertness is
required. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during
pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known
whether this drug is excreted into human milk. Consult your doctor before
breast-feeding. Caution is advised when this drug is used in the elderly.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medications you may
take, especially of: blood pressure drugs (e.g., water pills, clonidine,
methyldopa, guanabenz, guanfacine), MAO inhibitors (e.g., linezolid,
furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline), sleep medicines, sedatives (e.g.,
diazepam), tranquilizers, anti-anxiety drugs, narcotic pain relievers (e.g.,
codeine, morphine), barbiturates (e.g., phenobarbital), certain antihistamines
(e.g., diphenhydramine), other muscle relaxants (e.g., cyclobenzaprine), certain
antidepressants (e.g., imipramine, amitriptyline, trazodone), phenothiazine
psychiatric drugs (e.g., chlorpromazine), birth control pills. Do not start or
stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include trouble breathing or
unconsciousness.
Notes
Your doctor may monitor liver tests during treatment. Do not share this
medication with others.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of
the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do
not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away
from light and moisture.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended
that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions,
precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. This is only general
information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be
construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient. We
disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this
information, and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information,
including damage or adverse consequences to persons or property, however such
damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made
in regards to this information.
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