
Drug Name: Zanaflex
Active Constituent:Tizanidine
Synonyms: Pramiracetam, Sirdalud, Splitz, Tizan, Ternelin, Tizanidine, Tizanidine Hcl.
ZANAFLEX is the muscle relaxant drug used to loosen up the rigid muscles. ZANAFLEX treats multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injuries, and muscle cramps that are the main reasons fro the stiff muscles. ZANAFLEX is used in the treatment of the muscle spasms caused due to the excessive stretching of muscles. ZANAFLEX could also be used for the treatment of fibromyalgia.
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What is ZANAFLEX?
- ZANAFLEX is a medicine used to relax the muscles that are stressed by strains, sprains, or injuries.
- ZANAFLEX is used to treat increased muscle tone associated with spasticity.
- ZANAFLEX works by blocking the signals of pain sensation send to the brain by the nerves in the area where the muscles are contracted or stressed.
- ZANAFLEX may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
How ZANAFLEX is beneficial?
- ZANAFLEX is the medication used to treat nonvoluntary rigid muscle contraction caused by multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injuries.
- ZANAFLEX is known as the muscle relaxant because it relaxes the tense and rigid muscles.
- ZANAFLEX contains Tizanidine as the active ingredient that treats all disorders that are caused by muscle spasms.
- ZANAFLEX gives you the fast relief from the muscle injuries than other muscle relaxants.
- In case of spinal injury, ZANAFLEX reduces the facilitation of spinal motor neurons that transfer the pain signals from the spinal cord to the brain.
What is the dosage of ZANAFLEX?
- ZANAFLEX should be used exactly as directed by doctor, or follow the directions that accompany the package.
- The prescribed dosage of ZANAFLEX is 4 mg twice in a day.
- The dosage of the ZANAFLEX can be increased up to 8 mg thrice in a day depending upon the individual requirements and response to the preliminary dosage.
- ZANAFLEX pill should be oral taken with the full glass of water.
- The dosage of ZANAFLEX can be decreased up to 2 mg thrice in a day by the physician depending on the side effects observed by the initial dosage.
- Don’t exceed the dosage of ZANAFLEX to more than 36 mg per day otherwise it may cause severe hazards to your health.
- ZANAFLEX pills can be taken before or after the lunch depending upon the doctor’s prescription.
- ZANAFLEX pills are available in the market in the form of 2 mg and 4 mg of tablets.
- ZANAFLEX should not be taken more than thrice in a day.
- Break of at least 7 hours is necessary between every dosage of ZANAFLEX because it takes 6 hours for previous dosage of ZANAFLEX to get completely washed out of the body.
- Excessive dosage of ZANAFLEX can damage your liver.
If I overdose ZANAFLEX?
- Any medication whether it is ZANAFLEX of any other taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you do think that an overdose has occurred, call the doctor immediately.
- Over dosage of ZANAFLEX can lead to dizziness, unconsciousness, asthenia (fatigue and/or drowsiness), dry mouth, and somnolence/sedation. Continuous over dosage can even lead to the death.
- In some cases of ZANAFLEX over dosage the problems in breathing were reported and the patient was gone in coma.
If I miss a dose of ZANAFLEX?
- Take the missed dose of ZANAFLEX as soon as you remember.
- However, if it is almost for the next dose of ZANAFLEX, skip the ZANAFLEX dose you missed and take the next regularly scheduled dose of ZANAFLEX.
- Do not use a double dose of ZANAFLEX unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
- Some minor side effects observed if you discontinue the dosage of ZANAFLEX are weakness, tiredness, and increase in muscle spasm and tone.
- Don’t miss the dosage of ZANAFLEX on regular basis because it can lead to the delay in the treatment of symptoms of allergic reactions.
Do I need to avoid anything while consuming ZANAFLEX?
- Avoid driving if you are using ZANAFLEX.
- You also need to avoid alcohol if you are taking ZANAFLEX because increase in side effects was observed.
- Be careful while getting up from sitting position and while lying position because ZANAFLEX is likely make you drowsy.
Precautions while taking ZANAFLEX:
Consume ZANAFLEX medicine if doctor has prescribed it to you. Take the dosage of ZANAFLEX as per the doctor’s instructions.
Your doctor should check your progress at regular visits, especially during the first few weeks of treatment with this medicine is necessary. During this time the amount of medicine you are taking may have to be changed often to meet your individual needs.
- Never stop ZANAFLEX suddenly. Unwanted effects may occur if the ZANAFLEX is stopped suddenly.
- Avoid alcohol if you are taking ZANAFLEX as this medication is likely to cause 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 ZANAFLEX.
- ZANAFLEX may cause dizziness, drowsiness, lightheadedness, clumsiness or unsteadiness, or vision problems in some people. Make sure you know how you react to ZANAFLEX in prior.
- Avoid the intake of ZANAFLEX, if you are allergic to Tizanidine or any other contents of the drug.
- ZANAFLEX may cause dryness of the mouth. For temporary relief from effect of ZANAFLEX, use sugarless candy or gum, melt bits of ice in your mouth, or use a saliva substitute.
- 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.
- ZANAFLEX may be harmful to an unborn baby. FDA has put ZANAFLEX in the category of pregnancy C drug. Please avoid the ZANAFLEX during pregnancy. Inform doctor if you become pregnant or plan to get pregnant during the dosage of ZANAFLEX.
- Breast-feeding women should consult doctor if they want to take ZANAFLEX. It is not yet known whether ZANAFLEX passes through the milk to the baby.
- People suffering form blood pressure problems should consult doctor because Tizanidine can lead to the sudden decrease in blood pressure.
- Individuals having the history of Liver disorders, kidney disorders, pr heart disorders should consult doctor regarding the dosage of ZANAFLEX.
- Women should avoid the use of ZANAFLEX in combination to oral contraceptive pills because it can lead to the complication and the pregnancy can not bi prevented.
- Safety and efficacy of the ZANAFLEX in not known in children and elderly patients. So please consult doctor if you want to use ZANAFLEX in elderly patients and children.
Storage of ZANAFLEX:
- Store ZANAFLEX at room temperature between 20 to 25 degrees C.
- Keep ZANAFLEX away from light and moisture.
- Keep ZANAFLEX in the air-tight dark container.
- Store ZANAFLEX in the dust-free environment.
- Do not store ZANAFLEX in the bathroom.
- Do not freeze ZANAFLEX medication.
- Keep ZANAFLEX away from children and pets.
WARNINGS:
ZANAFLEX may bring in some serious problems, so it is better to know everything about ZANAFLEX before starting the dosage.
- ZANAFLEX is an a2-adrenergic agonist and can produce hypotension.
- Caution is advised when ZANAFLEX is to be used in patients receiving concurrent antihypertensive therapy.
- Don’t take ZANAFLEX regularly because it can make you habitual toward the intake of pill and can cause serious health problems.
How ZANAFLEX is supplied?
ZANAFLEX is supplied in form of capsules and tablets. The strength of ZANAFLEX may vary.
- ZANAFLEX is available as 2 mg white tablets, with a bisecting score on one side and debossed with “A592” on the other. The tablets are available in bottles of 150.
- ZANAFLEX is available as 4 mg white tablets, with a quadrisecting score on one side and debossed with “A594” on the other. The tablets are available in bottles of 150.
Miscellaneous
Does ZANAFLEX effects pregnancy of a woman?
There are no adequate studies in pregnant women about ZANAFLEX therefore ZANAFLEX should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Is it legal to buy prescription medications online?
Yes, ZANAFLEX prescription is filled by a licensed U.S. pharmacy.
Is it safe to buy ZANAFLEX online?
Yes, it very much safe to buy ZANAFLEX online but make sure you purchase from genuine ZANAFLEX website.
ZANAFLEX side effects:
If you experience any of following serious side effects of ZANAFLEX, stop taking ZANAFLEX and seek emergency medical attention:
- As a side effect, ZANAFLEX might result in swollen lips or face.
- Swelling of the tongue or hives may also be experienced if you are taking ZANAFLEX.
- You may suffer from headache or lightheadedness due to usage of ZANAFLEX.
- You might face liver problems due to intake of ZANAFLEX.
- You may also experience pain in joints or aching muscles or fatigue while you are taking ZANAFLEX.
Other less serious side effects of ZANAFLEX may be more likely to occur. Continue to take ZANAFLEX and talk to your doctor if you experience
- You may feel drowsiness or dizziness due to intake of ZANAFLEX.
- Vaginal yeast infection may occur to you in case you are taking ZANAFLEX.
- You may feel sweating due to usage of ZANAFLEX.
- Unusual bleeding or bruising is also observed in patients taking ZANAFLEX medicine.
- Flu-like symptoms and Dyspepsia were observed among some users of ZANAFLEX.
If you still experience any unusual reactions to ZANAFLEX, stop taking ZANAFLEX and seek the advice of your doctor. Some of these ZANAFLEX side effects were temporary and goes off as your body gets use to the dosage of ZANAFLEX.
ZANAFLEX side effects other than those listed here may also occur.
Drugs that will affect ZANAFLEX?
- Some drugs may decrease the effects of ZANAFLEX and prevent it from properly treating your infection.
- 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.
- Birth control pills should not be taken in combination with ZANAFLEX because it can lead to the complication and you may not be able to avoid the pregnancy. Please use any other method of contraception when you are using ZANAFLEX.
- Avoid the combination of Fluvoxamine, Ciproflaxin, or Acetaminophen with ZANAFLEX because it can lead to delay in the treatment and increase in the side effects.
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with ZANAFLEX.
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