Bayfield, CO
A 51-year-old female asked:
Is it safe to take dexamethadone and flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl) together?
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Thomas Dowlinganswered
Orthopedic Spine Surgery 42 years experience
All medication use : Should be directed by your doctor. Dexamethasone is a steroid anti inflammatory & can be used with the muscle relaxant, flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hcl). This is a common combination for treatment of spine issues. With use of steroids, care should be taken for ulcer or gastritis as well as a condition known as avascular necrosis which is a bone complication. Also diabetics should be carefully watched for glucose levels.
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