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CYLOBENZAPRINE
CONTRAINDICATIONS
heart failure
hyperthyroidism
contraindicated to patients with arrhythmias
during acute recovery phase of myocardial infarction
SIDE EFFECTS
nausea
heartburn
fatigue
constipation
dry mouth
MECHANISM OF ACTION
increases brainstem-mediated noradrenergic inhibition of spinal cord neurons
reduces tonic somatic motor activity
influences gamma and alpha motor neurons
NURSING CONSIDERATIONS
avoid driving or activities that require attention
advise patient to avoid alcohol
inform the patient that this drug may cause severe drowsiness
avoid CNS depressants
REFERENCES
Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride Tablets USP Revised: April 2005 Rx only". nih.gov. Retrieved 1 October 2016.
"Cyclobenzaprine - Drug Usage Statistics". ClinCalc. Retrieved 18 February 2021
ROUTE OF ADMINISTRATION
by mouth (oral)
STORAGE CONDITIONS
store at room temperature
avoid moisture
do not store in the bathroom
store in an airtight container
INDICATIONS
relax muscles
relieve pain
used for muscle spasms
relieve discomfort
used with rest and physical therapy
