Question 1

what is the definition or description of: tizanidine overdose?

Accepted Answer

See below: Taking more tizanadine than your doctor prescribed.

Question 2

what is the treatment for tizanidine overdose?

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Supportive: There is no reversal agent or antidote for tizanidine. Since this has similar sedactive effects like some muscle relaxants. Treatment is mainly supportive especially respiratory function.  This is ideally done at the emergency room or hospital. Other measures include contacting the poison control center.

Question 3

i took four times my dose of tizanidine because it wasn't helping enoug, but will i overdose?

Accepted Answer

TIZANIDINE HAS A: Broad spectrum and it is unlikely you will overdose unless you go above 24 mgs in a 24 hr period.

Question 4

i just took 4 excedrine migraine in the span of  hours, along with 2 tizanidine hcl 4 mg; 2 amitriptyline 25mg, and two l-trypto have i overdosed or need to be concerend

Accepted Answer

Did : Did you take those intentionally?  If so then you need to get help immediately in the er.  The combination most likely will not cause a problem, but you should call poison center and run this combination past them and get their opinion.  If you have any symptoms then you must be seen immediately.

Question 5

what's the normal dosage for zanaflex (tizanidine)?

Accepted Answer

Start low: I generally start with 4 mg once or twice a day.  
Many patients get tired at first so it is good to start at night.  Depending on how things go i'll increase either the dose, like increase to 8 mg, or increase frequency, like three times a day.  The book says the maximum dose is 36 mg/day.  In my experience most patients will end up taking it between once and 3 times/day.

Question 6

is tizanidine addictive?

Accepted Answer

No: But like all medications, take with medical supervision, and follow the instructions on the bottle.

Question 7

can i mix tea and tizanidine (zanaflex)?

Accepted Answer

Of course: There is no problem to mix tea and Zanaflex (tizanidine).

Question 8

does zanaflex (tizanidine) work for anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Zanaflex (tizanidine): This is a muscle relaxer, so in that sense it might relax the system and help with anxiety.  Magnesium also acts as a natural muscle relaxer and can help with anxiety.  L Theanine, which is available over the counter, may help for anxiety.

Question 9

can i take lisnopril 10mg with tizanidine 4 mg?

Accepted Answer

Well: If your blood pressure is on the high side, then tizanidine might be OK to take.  If your blood pressure is well controlled or low with the lisinopril, you may want to try another muscle relaxant as it is known to cause orthostatic hypotension.  Talk with your doctor who prescribed it if you are concerned.

Question 10

what are the side effects of zanaflex (tizanidine)?

Accepted Answer

Multiple-see below: Zanaflex (tizanidine) is a medication used as a muscle relaxant.  It is used to treat spasms, cramping and muscle tightness.  The most common side effects of Zanaflex (tizanidine) include drowsyness, dry mouth, dizzyness and vivid dreams.

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