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Flexabenz Tablet

Manufactured byMACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
ContainsCyclobenzaprine
Description
Flexabenz Tablet is a skeletal muscle relaxant used to relieve muscle spasm (a condition where the muscles are contracted continuously) associated with acute, painful, musculoskeletal conditions. This medicine is used along with rest and physical therapy to get the best possible effect. It is not recommended for use in patients below 15 years of age.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Flexabenz Tablet

  • Yellowing of skin or eyes
  • Blurred vision
  • Skin Rash
  • Dry mouth
  • Dizziness and Drowsiness
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • Sweating

Uses of Flexabenz Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Muscle spasm
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 hour of administration of the dose.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 12 to 24 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentration. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to cyclobenzaprine or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO)

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) due to the increased risk of serious and life-threatening adverse effects. Your doctor may suggest maintaining a time gap of at least 14 days to start therapy with this medicine after discontinuing MAO inhibitors.

Hyperthyroidism

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with hyperthyroidism (a condition where the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormones) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Driving or operating machinery

This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.

Glaucoma

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of glaucoma, or increased intraocular pressure due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Urinary retention

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with urinary retention due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Use in elderly population

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in elderly patients due to the high risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Use in children

The safety and efficacy of this medicine have not been clinically established in children under the age of 15 years.

Serotonin syndrome

This medicine may cause a rare serious condition called Serotonin syndrome when used in combination with other medicines (eg, SSRIs, TCAs, or MAO inhibitors). Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Liver impairment

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with moderate to severe liver impairment.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentration. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine

Amitriptyline

Bupropion

Alprazolam

Amoxapine

Atenolol

Citalopram

Duloxetine

Fluvoxamine

Chlorpromazine

Disease interactions

Cardiovascular disease

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, heart block, and/or conduction disturbances due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. You may take this medicine with food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine before completion of the course/without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

How it works
It acts on the nervous system and reduces muscle spasms, allowing the muscles to relax.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Skeletal muscle relaxants

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00924
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