WHAT
IS IT
Cyclobenzaprine is a skeletal muscle relaxant.
It relieves muscle spasms of local origin but
is not effective in spasms which originate from
diseases in the brain or spinal cord.
NORMAL
DOSE
10 mg (1 tablet) three times a day or 20-40
mg each day in divided doses. Do not exceed
60 mg daily.
SIDE
EFFECTS
Side effects are usually mild and consist of
drowsiness, dryness of the mouth, and dizziness.
CONTRA
INDICATIONS
Do not use within 14 days after discontinuing
MAOI9s.
PRECAUTIONS
Do not use within 14 days after discontinuing
MAOI9s.
DRUG
INTERACTIONS
Cyclobenzaprine may interact with antidepressants
of both the monoamine oxidase inhibitor class
(MAOI9s) and tricyclic antidepressants such
as amitriptyline and imipramine. If taken with
those drugs, a sudden increase in fever with
convulsions may occur.
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