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A member asked:

Is flexaril a safe med overall? it is my prescription written for me i'm just hesitant with side effects ofany new meds i'm given to try.

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Dr. Thomas Miller answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Flex: This drug main side effect is sedation. Suggest try only at night otherwise can help muscle spasm

Dr Minich and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/24/2015

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