Tizanidine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Zanaflex
Precautions While Using This MedicineYour
doctor should check your progress at regular visits, especially during the
first few weeks of treatment with this medicine. During this time the amount
of medicine you are taking may have to be changed often to meet your individual
needs.
Do not suddenly stop taking this medicine
. Unwanted
effects may occur if the medicine is stopped suddenly. Check with your doctor
for the best way to reduce gradually the amount you are taking before stopping
completely.
This medicine will add to the effects of alcohol and other CNS depressants
(medicines that make you drowsy or less alert). Some examples of CNS depressants
are antihistamines or medicine for hay fever, other allergies, or colds; sedatives,
tranquilizers, or sleeping medicine; prescription pain medicine or narcotics;
barbiturates; medicine for seizures; other muscle relaxants; or anesthetics,
including some dental anesthetics. Check with your doctor
before taking any of the above while you are using tizanidine
.
This medicine may cause dizziness, drowsiness, lightheadedness, clumsiness
or unsteadiness, or vision problems in some people. Make sure you know how you react to this medicine before you drive, use machines,
or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert, well-coordinated,
and able to see well
.
Tizanidine may cause dryness of the mouth. For temporary relief, use sugarless
candy or gum, melt bits of ice in your mouth, or use a saliva substitute.
However, if dry mouth continues for more than 2 weeks, check with your medical
doctor or dentist. Continuing dryness of the mouth may increase the chance
of dental disease, including tooth decay, gum disease, and fungus infections.
Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting may occur when
you get up suddenly from a lying or sitting position. Getting up slowly may
help lessen this problem.
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