Zanaflex Tizanidine Information

BEFORE USING :
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform your doctor and pharmacist of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.

DIRECTIONS :
Follow the directions for using this medication Zanaflex muscle relaxant provided by your doctor. STORE THIS MEDICATION ZANAFLEX at room temperature, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICACTION (zanaflex), 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 dosing schedule for zanaflex muscle relaxer. Do NOT take 2 doses at once.

CAUTIONS :
BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY MEDICAL OR DENTAL TREATMENTS, EMERGENCY CARE, OR SURGERY, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using this medicine (zanaflex). THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE DROWSINESS. Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines cause drowsiness. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS :
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include drowsiness, dry mouth, flushing, or dizziness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience increased muscle weakness; trouble urinating or lack of bladder control; or change in emotions, mood, or behavior. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

DRUG INTERACTIONS :
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other.

IF YOU TAKE TOO MUCH ZANAFLEX:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE (zanaflex) for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE ZANAFLEX FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.