Zanaflex, dispensed in it's generic form as Tizanidine, 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.
Prescribed by U.S. doctors and dispensed by U.S. pharmacists.
BEFORE USING :
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine
that you are taking. Inform your doctor and pharmacist of any other medical conditions,
allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
DIRECTIONS :
Follow the directions for using Zanaflex provided by your doctor. STORE
Zanaflex at room temperature, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE
OF Zanaflex, 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 :
BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY MEDICAL OR DENTAL TREATMENTS, EMERGENCY CARE, OR SURGERY,
tell the doctor or dentist that you are using Zanaflex. Zanaflex MAY
CAUSE DROWSINESS. Using Zanaflex 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 Zanaflex 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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
DO NOT SHARE Zanaflex with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT
USE Zanaflex for other health conditions. KEEP Zanaflex out of the reach
of children. IF USING Zanaflex FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills
before your supply runs out.
