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cyclobenzaprine
Generic Name: cyclobenzaprine
Brand Name: Flexeril
Drug Class And Mechanism: Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant. Specifically, cyclobenzaprine relieves muscle spasm when the spasm is due to local problems (that is, problems originating in the muscle itself and not in the nerves controlling the muscles). Cyclobenzaprine has no effect on muscle function. Cyclobenzaprine seems to accomplish its beneficial effect through a complex mechanism within the nervous system, probably in the brainstem.
Prescription: yes
Generic Available: yes
Preparations: Tablets: 10mg.
Storage: Tablets should be stored between 5° and 30° C (41° and 86°F).
Prescribed For: Cyclobenzaprine is used together with rest and physical therapy for short-term relief of painful muscle conditions. It is only for short-term use, up to 2 to 3 weeks.
Dosing: Cyclobenzaprine is most often prescribed three times daily but should be taken according to the physician's recommendations.
Drug Interactions: Cyclobenzaprine is chemically related to the tricyclic class of antidepressants (e.g. amitriptyline, Elavil; nortriptyline, Pamelor). As such, it should not be taken with or within two weeks of any monoamine oxidase inhibitor, for example, isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), tranylcypromine (Parnate), and procarbazine (Matulane). High fever, convulsions and even death can occur when these drugs are used together. Additionally, cyclobenzaprine interacts with other medications and drugs that slow the brain's processes, such as alcohol, barbiturates, benzodiazepines (e.g. lorazepam, Ativan), and narcotics.
Pregnancy: There are no adequate studies of cyclobenzaprine in pregnant women. However, studies in animals suggest no important effects on the fetus. Cyclobenzaprine therefore can be used in pregnancy if the physician feels that it is necessary.
Nursing Mothers: It is not known whether cyclobenzaprine is secreted in milk. However, since it is related to the tricyclic antidepressants, some of which are excreted in breast milk, caution is advised in using this medication in lactating women.
Side Effects: Among the most common side effects of cyclobenzaprine are drowsiness (which occurs in between 1 in 6 and 1 in 3 persons), dry mouth (between 1 in 14 and 1 in 4), and dizziness (between 1 in 30 and 1 in 9). Other reported side effects, for which the incidence is less than 1 in 30, include nausea, tiredness, constipation, blurred vision, unpleasant taste, nervousness, confusion, and abdominal pain or discomfort.
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Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain.
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Is cyclobenzaprine a narcotic drug?
No.
What is active drug in flexeril?
Cyclobenzaprine.
Does cyclobenzaprine and Valium show up on the same drug test?
nope
What classifiction of drugs does cyclobenzaprine fall under on a drug test?
It doesn't.
Will cyclobenzaprine show up on a drug test?
It would be unusual for it to be tested so usually it won't. If they do test for it (again, unusual) it will just show up as cyclobenzaprine.
Will cyclobenzaprine show up on a drug screen?
No, its not any of the main 5 types of narcotics searched for during a drug test.
Does Cyclobenzaprine affect Depo-Provera?
There are no known drug interactions between hydrocodone and Depo Provera.
Will the drug cyclobenzaprine mess up an UA?
Cyclobenzaprine is a Rx muscle relaxer also known by the brand name Flexeril. It is not a widely abused drug and with a valid Rx there is no reason it should matter in a UA. Cyclopenzprine is processed fully within three days.
Is hydrocodone a muscle relaxer?
No. Cyclobenzaprine is a skeletal muscle relaxant chemically related to tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) such as amitriptyline and imipramine. Under Federal law (American) a narcotic only refers to opioids (Heroin, morphine, hydromorphone, oxycodone, methadone) and cocaine. Under Canadian law a narcotic only refers to drugs classified as schedule I or schedule II controlled substances (opioids, cocaine, hallucinogens, ketamine, cannabinoids). Medically speaking only opioids are considered narcotics. Thus cyclobenzaprine is not a narcotic by legal and medical definitions. Cyclobenzaprine is also not a controlled substance in any respect and it it not an addictive drug nor is it a recreational drug Cyclobenzaprine is indicated as an adjunct to rest and physical therapy for relief of muscle spasm associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions
Does cyclobenzaprine show up in military drug test?
Yes, the cyclobenzaprine will sow in a military drug test if a military had taken it prior to a drug test. It usually shows up as an anti-depressant.
How long is cyclobenzadrine detected in urine?
Cyclobenzaprine is almost never tested for in drug screens. If it is, it would probably be out of your system in about a week.
Does Cyclobenzaprine have aspirin?
There are no concerns with taking these two drugs together. The only reactions listed for this drug are with central nervous system depressants and MAOI's aspirin is not part of either of these groups.
