What Are The Side Effects Of Flexeril?

Posted on Sun, 26 Apr 2015

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Question : took 15mg of flexril because my muscle spasams wont stop just wondering if this is a dangerous dose?

Answered by Dr. Ram Choudhary (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
avoid if on MAO inhibitors

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX ..
Welcome to healthcare magic.
Flexeril contains cyclobenzaprine which is a muscle spasm and pain relief drug.
It is taken 5mg thrice a day so 15 mg in a day is not a risky dose.
In some patients it may cause irregularities of heart rate, dizziness, confusion and urinary retention.
The drug is a prescription drug and should not be taken by patients who are on MAO inhibitors or have recently discontinued within 14 days period.
I hope the advise will be helpful for you.

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