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.
