Chlorphenesin

Information about Chlorphenesin

Chlorphenesin uses

Chlorphenesin is used for muscle relaxation.

How chlorphenesin works

Chlorphenesin is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm without reduction in strength. This improves pain and movement of muscles.

Common side effects of chlorphenesin

No common side effects seen

Available Medicine for Chlorphenesin

    Expert advice for Chlorphenesin

    • Chlorphenesin provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
    • Take it with or after food or a glass of milk.
    • Chlorphenesin may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
    • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Chlorphenesin as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
    • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
    • Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.


    Content on this page was last updated on 18 March, 2020, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)