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Precautions while Using this Medicine
Cyclobenzaprine may cause dryness of the mouth. For temporary relief, use sugarless candy or gum, melt bits of ice in your mouth, or use a saliva substitute. However, if your mouth continues to feel d
ry for more than 2 weeks, check with your medical doctor or dentist. Continuing dryness of the mouth may increase the chance of dental disease, including tooth decay, gum disease, and fungus infection
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Significant Interactions:
When you are taking cyclobenzaprine, it is especially important that your health care professional know if you are taking any of the following:
- Monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors (furazol
idone [e.g., Furoxone], phenelzine [e.g., Nardil], procarbazine [e.g., Matulane], selegiline (e.g., Eldepryl), tranylcypromine [e.g., Parnate])ˇXTaking cyclobenzaprine while you are taking or within
weeks of taking MAO inhibitors may increase the chance of side effects
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How should you take this medication?
Follow the directions for using Cyclobenzaprine provided by your doctor. Cyclobenzaprine MAY BE TAKEN WITH FOOD if it upsets your stomach. STORE Cyclobenzaprine at room temperature, away from heat and
light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF Cyclobenzaprine and you are using it regularly, 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 dos
ing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
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What special precautions should I follow?
Breast-feedingˇXIt is not known whether cyclobenzaprine passes into breast milk. Although most medicines pass into the breast milk in small amounts, many of them may be used safely while breast-feedin
. Mothers who are taking this medicine and who wish to breast-feed should discuss this with their doctor.
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Symptoms of overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, fast or irregular heartbeat, enlarged pupils, seizures, a
nd loss of consciousness.
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Description
Cyclobenzaprine, a muscle relaxant, is used with rest, physical therapy, and other measures to relax muscles and relieve pain and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, and other muscle injuries.
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