Common
uses
This medicine is a skeletal
muscle relaxant used to treat muscle spasms associated with multiple sclerosis
or spinal cord injuries. It may also be used to treat other conditions as
determined by your doctor.
Tablets
Chemical Name: TIZANIDINE (tye-ZAN-i-deen)
Before
using
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR
PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are
taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you
are taking rofecoxib. Inform your doctor and pharmacist of any other medical
conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Directions
Follow the directions for
using this medicine provided by your doctor. Food can change the way your body
absorbs and uses this medicine. Be sure to discuss this with your doctor to
determine the best way to take your dose, especially when changes to your dose
are being considered, or if you are being prescribed a different dose form of
tizanidine (e.g., tablet or capsule). STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature,
away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon
as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and
go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do NOT take 2 doses at once.
Cautions
DO NOT STOP TAKING THIS
MEDICINE without first checking with your doctor. Some conditions may become
worse when this medicine is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be
gradually decreased to avoid side effects. BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY MEDICAL OR
DENTAL TREATMENTS, EMERGENCY CARE, OR SURGERY, tell the doctor or dentist that
you are using this medicine. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE DROWSINESS. Using this
medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability
to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. Ask your doctor or
pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines cause drowsiness. BEFORE
YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter,
check with your doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING
PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this
medicine during pregnancy.
Possible
side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away
during treatment, include drowsiness, dry mouth, flushing, or dizziness. If
they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR
AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience increased muscle weakness; trouble
urinating or lack of bladder control; or change in emotions, mood, or behavior.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or
pharmacist.
Drug
interactions
Drug interactions can result
in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug
interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other.
If
you take too much
If overdose is suspected,
contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include severe drowsiness, fainting, trouble
breathing, and loss of consciousness.
Additional
information
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE
with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other
health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children. IF USING
THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply
runs out.
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