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Generic ZanaflexTizanidine 4mgTIZANIDINE (Zanaflex®) is a drug used to relax certain muscles. It can help to relieve, but not cure muscle spasms (or muscle tightening) caused by medical problems such as multiple sclerosis or injuries to the brain or spine. |
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What are Zanaflex?
TIZANIDINE (Zanaflex®) is a drug used to relax certain muscles. It can help to relieve, but not cure muscle spasms (or muscle tightening) caused by medical problems such as multiple sclerosis or injuries to the brain or spine. Generic tizanidine tablets or capsules are available.
What medicines may interact with Zanaflex?
• acetaminophen
• medicines for mental depression or other mental disorders
• birth control pills
• baclofen
• phenytoin or fosphenytoin
• barbiturate medicines for inducing sleep or treating seizures (convulsions)
• alcohol
• medicines for high blood pressure
• benzodiazepine or sedative medicines for treating anxiety or to induce sleep
• medicines for pain such codeine, morphine, hydrocodone and others
• antihistamine medicines for colds, hay fever, or allergies
• rofecoxib
Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking, including unprescripted medicines,herbal products ,or nutritional supplements . Also tell your doctor if you frequently take drinks with caffeine or alcohol,or if you smoke. These may affect the way Zanaflex works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What should my doctor be informed about before I take Zanaflex?
He needs to know whether you feel any of these conditions:
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• liver disease
• heart or blood vessel disease
• mental disorder
• kidney disease
• an unusual or allergic reaction to tizanidine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• low blood pressure
• breast-feeding
How should Zanaflex be taken?
Take pills by mouth.Precisely follow the directions on the prescription form. Zanaflex can be taken with or without food. If it upsets your stomach it may help to take it a glass of warm water or milk. Take your doses according to your daily schedule. Do not take it more often than prescribed. Finish the full course prescribed by your doctor even if you think your condition gets better. Do not stop taking except your doctor say otherwise.
Contact your doctor concerning the use of this medicine by children. Special care may be needed.
Older patients (age > 65 years) may have a stronger reaction to this medicine and may need smaller doses.
If you miss a dose...
Take the forgotten dose as soon as you recollect. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and keep your regular schedule. Never try to "catch up" by doubling the dose!
What side effects may I feel during Zanaflex treatment?
Side effects that should immediately be reported to your prescriber or health care professional:
• confusion
• unusual or persistent rash
• low blood pressure
• yellowing of the skin or eyes
• slow or irregular heartbeat, palpitations, or chest pain
• dizziness or fainting spells
• stomach pain
• nausea or vomiting
• unusual tiredness or weakness
• excitability, nervousness
Side effects that do not require special medical attention (visit your doctor if they continue or are bothersome):
• blurred vision
• tiredness or weakness
• drowsiness
• constipation
• dry mouth
What should I take into consideration during Zanaflex treatment?
Visit your doctor for regular checks on your progress.
Do not suddenly stop taking tizanidine. Ask your prescriber or health care professional for advice on how to gradually reduce the dose of your medicine, before stopping completely.
Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds or allergies without asking your prescriber or health care professional for advice. Some ingredients (antihistamines) can cause drowsiness which may be additive with tizanidine.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Zanaflex before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Storage instructions...
Zanaflex can be stored at room temperature. Protect from small children and direct sunbeams.Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
What is the shelf life of the pills?
- The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were manufactured.








