Muscle Relaxant: Patient Information About Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride)

If your docor has prescribed Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) to you, and you are not sure as to what it is or how to use it, or if you are simply someone who is trying to find more information regarding Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride), then this literature should prove beneficial to you.

Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) comes in tablet and capsule form. The tablet form of Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) comes in 2 milligram strength as well as 4 milligram strengths. The 2 milligram strength tablet form of Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) comes in blue and the 4 milligram strength comes in white. Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) also comes in capsule form. The 2 milligrams capsules are blue, and the 4 milligram capsules are a combination of white/blue. Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) also comes in six milligram capsules, which are light blue in color. Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) is for the short term management of spasticity. Spasticity occurs when the muscles in the body become stiff and rigid, and make everyday movement increasingly difficult. Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) works in your body by making sure that excessive firing of nerve cells that control muscle movement are blocked.

To begin taking Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride), you should take four milligrams every six to eight hours, and this can only be repeated up to three times in every 24 hours. The dosage of Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) should be increased in two to four milligram increments gradually over time as directed by your doctor to obtain the maximum effects from Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride). The maximum daily dose of Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) that you can take is 36 milligrams. In patients that suffer from kidney problems, lower doses of Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) are to be prescribed.

Taking Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) with oral contraceptives can make it harder for Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) to leave the body. If Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) is used with any alcohols or other Central Nervous System depressants, adverse effects may be seen. Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) has been known to cause low blood pressure. Something injury to the liver has been reported with the usage of Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride). The side effects that you may experience with Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) is drowsiness, dry mouth, low blood pressure, heartburn, sleepiness, anxiety, increased sweating, back pain, blurred vision, strange speech patterns, and abnormal liver functions.

Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) may be taken with food or milk if you notice any gastrointestinal disturbance otherwise. Also, Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) may cause drowsiness, so be careful when using Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) around any heavy machinery, including an automobile. Store Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride) in a cool, dry place away from children and sunlight. Sunlight can diminish the potency of Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride). If you miss a dose of Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride), take it when you remember, unless the time is closer to your next dose. In that case, skip the forgotten dose and then return to your regularly dosing schedule. Never double dose on Zanaflex (Tizanidine Hydrochloride). If you happen to experience blurred vision or more muscle pain, weakness, and tenderness, contact your doctor immediately.