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Cyclobenzaprine

Cyclobenzaprine - Uses 
Cyclobenzaprine is a skeletal muscle relaxant. It relieves muscle spasms of local origin but is not effective in spasms which originate from diseases in the brain or spinal cord. 

Cyclobenzaprine - Dosage 
10 mg (1 tablet) three times a day or 20-40 mg each day in divided doses. Do not exceed 60 mg daily. 

Cyclobenzaprine - Side Effects 
Side effects are usually mild and consist of drowsiness, dryness of the mouth, and dizziness. 

Cyclobenzaprine - CONTRA-INDICATIONS 
Do not use within 14 days after discontinuing MAOI9s. 

Cyclobenzaprine - Precautions 
Do not use within 14 days after discontinuing MAOI9s. 

Cyclobenzaprine - Drug Interactions 
Cyclobenzaprine may interact with antidepressants of both the monoamine oxidase inhibitor class (MAOI9s) and tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline and imipramine. If taken with those drugs, a sudden increase in fever with convulsions may occur.