Chlorzoxazone
Information about Chlorzoxazone
Chlorzoxazone uses
Chlorzoxazone is used for muscle relaxation. It relieves painful spasms of the skeletal muscles.
How chlorzoxazone works
Chlorzoxazone 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 chlorzoxazone
Dizziness, Drowsiness, Lightheadedness, Rash, Petechiae (red or purple spot caused by bleeding into the skin), Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath), Angioneurotic edema, Anaphylactic reaction, Urine discoloration, General discomfort, Overstimulation
Available Medicine for Chlorzoxazone
Expert advice for Chlorzoxazone
- Chlorzoxazone 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.
- Chlorzoxazone 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 Chlorzoxazone 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.
Frequently asked questions for Chlorzoxazone
Chlorzoxazone
Q. Is chlorzoxazone an opiate/ narcotic/ steroid/ controlled substance/ addictive?
No. Chlorzoxazone is mephenesin like centrally acting muscle relaxant that is used to relieve muscle stiffness and pain. It is not a steroid, narcotic, addictive or controlled substance
Q. Does chlorzoxazone be used for recreational purposes?
No, chlorzoxazone or any other drug should not be used for recreational purpose. Use only when prescribed by the doctor
Q. Does chlorzoxazone have aspirin or codeine in it?
No. It does not contain aspirin or codeine