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Which organs get damaged by taking muscle relaxers?

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Dr. Jose Barreto answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Liver: There are different kinds of muscle relaxants but some have been associated with liver damage.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/23/2014

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Dr. Nadeem Shabbir answered

Specializes in Neurology

None: Most muscle relaxants are safe. Generally they cause sedation, and occasionally liver damage. Liver functions should be tested if you are taking them for long.

Dr Chowdhury and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/14/2014

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