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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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Common Brand Name(s)
Zanaflex Tablet
Uses
This medication is used to treat muscle spasms associated
with spasticity.
Contraindications
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredient
in this medicine.
How to Use
How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends
on many factors, including the condition being treated
and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any
questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine
you are taking, talk with your health care provider. This
medication can be taken with or without food. Do not stop
taking this medicine or change the dose without checking
with your health care provider. This could have serious
adverse effects. If lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting,
dry mouth, drowsiness or weakness occurs while taking
this medication, contact your health care provider immediately.
This medication may cause dizziness, lightheadedness or
fainting, especially when rising or standing. If these
symptoms should occur, sit or lie down and contact your
health care provider. Use caution while driving or performing
other tasks requiring alertness, coordination or physical
dexterity. Avoid alcohol and other medicines that may
cause drowsiness (such as benzodiazepines, baclofen) while
you are taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you
are taking an oral contraceptive. Your doctor may have
to adjust the dose of this medicine. Lab tests or exams
may be required to monitor treatment. Be sure to keep
appointments. Patients with previous medical conditions
should talk with their health care provider before taking
this medication. Do not take any other over-the-counter
or prescription medications without talking with your
doctor.
Side Effects
Every medicine can cause side effects, but many people
have no, or minor, side effects. Tell your doctor or pharmacist
if any of the following occurs: Severe- Yellowing of the
skin or eyes; hallucinations; increased muscle spasm;severe
allergic reaction. Common- Dry mouth; drowsiness; sedation;
weakness; fatigue; tiredness; dizziness;slow heartbeat;
urinary tract infection; constipation. Other- Vomiting;
speech disorder; blurred vision; frequent urination; flu
symptoms;difficulty moving; nervousness; sore throat;
runny nose.
Precautions
Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider
about any of the following: if you are pregnant, plan
on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding; if you are taking
birth control pills; if you are taking any other prescription
or nonprescription medicine; if you have any other medical
condition.
Notes
If you have any questions about your medicine, please
talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
Missed Dose
If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several
hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next
dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised
by your doctor. If more than one dose is missed, contact
your doctor or pharmacist.
Storage
Store between 59 to 86 degrees F.
