DrugBuyers.Com: Flexeril - Cyclobenzaprine

Flexeril (Cyclobenzaprine)

Cyclobenzaprine HCl is a white, crystalline tricyclic amine salt with the empirical formula C20H21N·HCl and a molecular weight of 311.9. It has a melting point of 217°C, and a pKa of 8.47 at 25° C. It is freely soluble in water and alcohol, sparingly soluble in isopropanol, and insoluble in hydrocarbon solvents. If aqueous solutions are made alkaline, the free base separates. Cyclobenzaprine HCl is designated chemically as 3-(5H-dibenzo[a,d] cyclohepten-5-ylidene)-N, N-dimethyl-1-propanamine hydrochloride.

Cyclobenzaprine HCl is supplied as 10 mg tablets for oral administration. Inactive Ingredients: Hydroxypropyl cellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, iron oxide, lactose, magnesium stearate, starch, and titanium dioxide.

Cyclobenzaprine HCl is indicated as an adjunct to rest and physical therapy for relief of muscle spasm associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions.

Improvement is manifested by relief of muscle spasm and its associated signs and symptoms, namely, pain, tenderness, limitation of motion, and restriction in activities of daily living.

Cyclobenzaprine HCl should be used only for short periods (up to two or three weeks) because adequate evidence of effectiveness for more prolonged use is not available and because muscle spasm associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions is generally of short duration and specific therapy for longer periods is seldom warranted.

Cyclobenzaprine HCl has not been found effective in the treatment of spasticity associated with cerebral or spinal cord disease, or in children with cerebral palsy.

Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant used to relieve the pain and stiffness of muscle spasms and discomfort due to strain and sprain. It should not be taken longer than two to three weeks. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or nursing. Inform your physician if you have glaucoma or difficulty urinating. Do not take this medication with a monoamine oxidase inhibitor. This medication may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision; use caution while driving or operating hazardous machinery. Do not take any other sedating drugs or drink alcohol while taking cyclobenzaprine. If dizziness occurs, avoid sudden changes in posture. Take this medication with food to avoid stomach upset.

--------------------
Tip: Try our Database to find out who has the best deals...