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Afraid to take my muscle relaxant, what to do?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Review indications: for use, potential side effects, mechanism of action and target symptoms either on the internet or with your pharmacist to make an informed decision. Take care.

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Answered 7/19/2014

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