Question 1

wondering if it is normal for flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl) to cause drowsiness to the point where a person can not stay awake?

Accepted Answer

Flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl): Yes certainly it can cause drowsiness. Different levels of responses can be noted in people. Clearly here the side effects are excessive. Its not a good idea to conitnue its use.

Question 2

is it okay to split a flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl)?

Accepted Answer

Ask pharmacist: Flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl) typically comes in 5 or 10 mg tablets. Solid white tablets that are scored (have a line through the center to show where to cut) can be split. A pill cutter can make this easier.

Question 3

please describe the medication: flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl)?

Accepted Answer

I'll try: I kno nothing of its chem struc or action. It = a muscle relaxant with a side effect of sedation which is good4 nite use or when u keep someone on bed rest.  2 b used with care when on narcotics as in this case the effect is 1+1=3.

Question 4

why do flexerils (cyclobenzaprine hcl) give you rls?

Accepted Answer

Bad reaction: Flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl) should not cause rls- if it is, talk to your doctor about changing medication or dose.  Make sure it is not interacting with any of your other medications.

Question 5

how are lorzone different than flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl)? what are the differences in applications?

Accepted Answer

Muscle relaxers: These are meds that help the doctor-not the patient.  Only curare (indian arrow poison) relaxes muscle. The so-called muscle relaxers make you sleepy so YOU relax and thus, so do your muscles and you do not complain as much to the MD.  Refuse them.

Question 6

is flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl) a narcotic?

Accepted Answer

No: Cyclobenzaprine (flexeril) is not a narcotic but it can have significant side effects which are similar to narcotic medications.  Side effects include drowsiness or dizziness.  You should not take alcoholic beverages or operate a car or other machinery while taking this  medication.  The medicine is used often as a muscle relaxant to treat back spasms, for example.

Question 7

is flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl) a benzodiazepine?

Accepted Answer

No: Flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl) is a muscle relaxant.

Question 8

can flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl) cause depression?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It has sedative properties and depression is a possible, but uncommon, side effect.

Question 9

can flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl) be used for hernias?

Accepted Answer

Hernias and flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl): Using muscle relaxants is not a standard treatment for hernias.  If they're symptomatic (causing you pain) or if there's signs of compromised blood supply or ischemia, then surgery is the preferred treatment.   A muscle relaxant could possibly be used for the pain associated with a hernia if surgery wasn't going to happen.

Question 10

can you mix vicodin and flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl)?

Accepted Answer

Ask your physician: It is always best to ask your physician prescribing your medications about safety and ability to take concurrent medications. They are familiar with your personal medical history and issues.

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