If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly
Constipation nervousness sore throat Other side effects not listed may also occur in
Tizanidine is used to treat spasticity, a condition where muscles in your body spasm, cramp, or become tight due to medical problems such as multiple sclerosis or spine
These drugs also have shared serious side effects, including: heart rhythm changes low blood pressure liver problems severe allergic reactions (may cause a
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Other guidelines suggest that muscle relaxants cause increased drowsiness and should only be used short-term
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Do not drive, operate machinery, or perform other potentially hazardous tasks until you have determined how
However, if dry mouth continues for more than 2
If these effects are mild, they may go away within a few days or a couple of weeks Like any medication, Zanaflex may cause side effects
Adverse reactions such as hypotension, bradycardia, or excessive drowsiness can occur when Zanaflex is taken with other CYP1A2 inhibitors, such as zileuton, fluoroquinolones other than ciprofloxacin (which is contraindicated), antiarrhythmics (amiodarone
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Zanaflex may cause withdrawal reactions, especially if it has been used regularly for a long time or in high doses
Antihistamines that make you sleepy can be useful as a sleep aid once in a while
Tizanidine is also used off-label for managing patients suffering from chronic neck and back pain and chronic migraines
Dizziness
Individuals who are allergic to Zanaflex or any of its ingredients should not take this medication
Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant that may be used short-term to treat muscle spasms caused by musculoskeletal conditions, in addition to rest and physical therapy
Tizanidine (Zanaflex) isn't a controlled substance, so it isn't known to cause an addiction
To avoid this problem, get out of bed slowly, resting your feet on the floor It can cause drowsiness and dizzy feelings and is not safe for older adults over age 65
If your muscle spasms are disturbing your sleep, the drowsiness side effect of cyclobenzaprine may be helpful
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