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ZANAFLEX INFORMATION

Zanaflex Uses

Zanaflex is a muscle relaxant that blocks nerve impulses (the cause of pain sensations) that are sent to the brain.

Zanaflex is used to treat increased muscle tone associated with spasticity, in particular spasticity caused by multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injury.

Zanaflex may also be used to treat other conditions by your dictor.

Taking Zanaflex

Zanaflex should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor.

Take each dose of Zanaflex with a full glass of water. Zanaflex is usually taken several times a day.

Follow your doctor's instructions. Do not take more than three doses of Zanaflex, or more than 36 mg in a 24 hour period. Too much Zanaflex can damage your liver.

Zanaflex Side Effects

If you experience any of the following serious side effects after taking Zanaflex, stop taking it and seek emergency medical attention: an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives); hallucinations or abnormal behavior; or liver damage (yellowing of the skin or eyes, nausea, abdominal pain or discomfort, unusual bleeding or bruising, severe fatigue).

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur while taking Zanaflex. Continue to take Zanaflex and talk to your doctor if you experience drowsiness or dizziness; weakness; dry mouth; increased muscle tone or spasms; or sweating. Side effects other than those listed here may also occur while taking Zanaflex. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

Zanaflex Precautions

Zanaflex may cause drowsiness or dizziness, therefore use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Avoid these activities if Zanaflex makes you fell dixxy or drowsy. Dizziness is most likely to occur when you rise from a sitting or lying position. Rise slowly to prevent dizziness and a possible fall.

Use caution if you take Zanaflex at the same time as alcohol, other muscle relaxants, sleep or anxiety medicines, and pain medicines. These medications may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking Zanaflex. Do not take any other drugs during treatment with Zanaflex without first talking to your doctor or pharmacist.

Before taking Zanaflex, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, have kidney disease, have low blood pressure or you are on medication to treat high blood pressure.

Tell your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.

You may not be able to take Zanaflex, or you may require a lower dose of Zanaflex or special monitoring if you have any of the conditions listed above.

It is not known whether Zanaflex will harm an unborn baby. Do not take Zanaflex without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known whether Zanaflex passes into breast milk. Do not take Zanaflex without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding.

Do not share Zanaflex with others.

Drug Interactions

Zanaflex may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any medicine unless your doctor approves.

Birth control pills can increase the effects of Zanaflex. Tell your doctor if you are taking birth control pills before taking Zanaflex.

Zanaflex may lower blood pressure. Tell your doctor if you are taking any drugs to lower blood pressure or a medication to treat a heart condition. Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Zanaflex. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over the counter medicines.

Overdose

If an overdose of Zanaflex is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of an overdose of Zanaflex may include trouble breathing or unconsciousness.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Zanaflex as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take only your next regularly scheduled Zanaflex dose. Do not take a double dose of Zanaflex to catch up.

Zanaflex Storage

Zanaflex should be stored at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C). Store Zanaflex away from light and moisture.