What medications should not be taken with Flexeril?
Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, safinamide, selegiline, tranylcypromine) during treatment with this medication. Most MAO inhibitors should also not be taken for two weeks before treatment with this medication.
Can you take Flexeril with orange juice?
Orange juice is not expected to interact.
How long does Flexeril make sleepy?
Some muscle-relaxing effects may be noted within 20 to 30 minutes of oral administration. The effects of Flexeril last for four to six hours. Flexeril is eliminated from the body relatively slowly (7 to 37 hours).
Does Flexeril really work?
For Muscle Spasm: “I find Flexeril ‘tops’ for killing muscle pain associated with spasm, knots and/or injury. Compared to Valium (which I also have) the Flexeril does a better job for the actual pain & spasm. However, Flexeril does have heavy side effects which could discourage first time users: – Dry mouth and eyes.
Will cyclobenzaprine help you sleep?
Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) is a medication that was originally developed to treat muscle spasms. It may also improve sleep in patients with chronic pain disorders, such as fibromyalgia.
Does cyclobenzaprine affect blood pressure?
Cyclobenzaprine can block the blood pressure-lowering effect of guanethidine. This means your blood pressure may increase.
What are the side effects of cyclobenzaprine 10mg?
Common side effects of Flexeril include:
- dry mouth or throat.
- headache.
- blurred vision.
- drowsiness.
- dizziness.
- fatigue.
- loss of appetite.
- stomach pain.
Is Cyclobenzaprine an anti inflammatory?
Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant and naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Side effects of cyclobenzaprine and naproxen that are similar include headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, constipation, and abdominal pain or discomfort.