Zanaflex
® (
tizanidine hydrochloride) is a prescription medication used to treat spasticity. This short-acting medication lasts between three and six hours, and is available in the form of a tablet or a capsule. Zanaflex capsules (2 mg, 4 mg, and 6 mg) are only available in brand-name form; however, you can buy generic versions of Zanaflex tablets (2 mg and 4 mg). This drug is usually taken as needed, up to a maximum of three times a day.
Common side effects seen with this medication include weakness, fatigue, dry mouth, and tiredness. Before starting treatment, it's important to tell your healthcare provider if you have a slow heart rate, low
blood pressure, or any
allergies. Also, tell him or her about any other medications you are taking.
(To learn more about taking these tablets or capsules, click Zanaflex. This article takes a closer look at how the muscle relaxant works, other potential side effects, and what to do if you miss a dose.)
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