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Can i takr flexeril for shingles pain

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Can you take 10mg Flexeril with 800mg ibuprofen?

Yes. I went to the ER for agonizing back pain and the doctor diagnosed me with shingles. She prescribed 800 ibuprofen, flexeril, hydrocodone and another pill to treat the actual virus. I took them as directed and they eased my pain but also knocked me out for hours. If you're using these medications with good reason, you will be fine.


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Can you mix etolodac and flexeril?

It's completely normal and common for a doctor to prescribe Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) and Hydrocodone together for pain management. They are two different drugs that have no interaction between the two. Flexeril relaxes the muscles while Hydrocodone reduces the pain. Source: I'm prescribed both together for back pain


Is flexeril a pain killer?

Pretty sure it's a muscle relaxer.


Does flexeril contains acetanomiphen?

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Will taking gabapentin cause you to have shingles?

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Does the pain after shingles last long?

how long does pain of shingles last even after rash has been gone for several weeks


Is flexeril a narcotic?

Flexeril (cyclobenzaprine) is a muscle relaxer and is not a narcotic. It is used for the relief of muscle spasm.


Does shingles cause high blood pressure?

The pain from shingles can cause a person's blood pressure to spike.


Does flexeril contain sulfur?

Flexeril, or commonly known as cyclobenzaprine, is a muscle relaxant. Flexeril does not contain sulfur derived ingredients, however checking with a pharmacist or physician is strongly recommended.