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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® |
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Product |
Qty |
Price |
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Zanaflex 2mg |
30 |
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MPLLC |
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Zanaflex 2mg |
90 |
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MPLLC |
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Zanaflex 4mg |
30 |
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MPLLC |
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Zanaflex 4mg |
90 |
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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.
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