Generic name: Cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride (sye kloe BEN za preen)
Brand Name: Flexeril
Drug class: Flexeril is a muscle relaxant
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Item info:
Flexeril (Cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride ) is a prescription drug used to relieve muscle spasms resulting from injuries such as sprains, strains, or pulls. Combined with rest and physical therapy, Flexeril provides relief of muscular stiffness and pain. Although Flexeril relieves the pain of strains and sprains, it is not useful for other types of pain.
Flexeril is available in tablets.You can buy Flexeril online through online pharmacies or online ordering systems like Euromedonline. If you need a prescription, you can fill out our prescription request form and a US-licensed physician will issue you with one.
Contraindications:
Do not take Flexeril tablets without informing your doctor of your sensitivity to its formulation: (active) cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride; (inactive) hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose , lactose , magnesium stearate, starch, titanium dioxide , Yellow D&C #10 Aluminum Lake HT , Yellow FD&C #6 Aluminum Lake
Do not take Flexeril without first talking to your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:
The existence of these conditions may require your doctor to prohibit, make a dosage adjustment or call for special monitoring while taking Flexeril.
FDA pregnancy category B. This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. It is not known whether cyclobenzaprine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby.
Interactions:
Do not take Flexeril without first talking to your doctor if you are taking other prescription or over-the-counter medicines; including vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements.
Flexeril may also interact with any of the following medicines:
Side effects:
Most common and less serious side effects have been reported in treatment with Flexeril. These include:
Stop medication and seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome.
Dosage
Take Flexeril exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Frequency and dosage varies with type of condition. If you do not understand these directions, or if you would like to learn more about the medication you are taking, ask your pharmacist or nurse to explain them to you. You may also call 1.866.279.1400 for 24/7 customer support.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Swallow the tablet whole. Do crush or chew.
This medication is usually taken three times each day for a period of 2 to 3 weeks. Do not use cyclobenzaprine for longer than 3 weeks unless your doctor has told you to.
Do not stop taking cyclobenzaprine suddenly if you have been taking it for longer than 1 week. Stopping suddenly may cause nausea, headache and general discomfort.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose, skip it and continue with your next scheduled intake. Do not take two doses a day.
Overdose
If you suspect a Flexeril overdose, seek medical attention immediately.
Symptoms may include agitation; chest pain; coma; confusion; fast or irregular heartbeat; loss of coordination; hallucinations; seizures; severe drowsiness, dizziness, or headache; slurred speech; tremor; vomiting.
Storage
Store Flexeril at room temperature away from moisture and heat.