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.
