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A member asked:

If i took zanaflex (tizanidine) last night would it be ok to have 1 beer tonight?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Not recommended: It is recommended that you do not drink alcohol while you are on zanaflex, (tizanidine) because their half-lives range from 20 to 30 hours.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/3/2015

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