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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.