Tizanidine

Who is Tizanidine for ?

Tizanidine, a muscle relaxant, is used to help relax certain muscles in your body. Tizanidine relieves the spasms and increased muscle tone caused by medical problems such as multiple sclerosis or spinal injury. Tizanidine is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

When should I be careful taking Tizanidine ?

Before taking Tizanidine,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Tizanidine or any other drugs.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, including other medications that cause drowsiness, medications for high blood pressure, oral contraceptives, and vitamins.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney or liver disease.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Tizanidine, call your doctor immediately.
• if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking Tizanidine.
• you should know that Tizanidine may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how Tizanidine affects you.
• remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by Tizanidine.

Tizanidine Side Effects

Side effects from Tizanidine can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• dizziness
• upset stomach
• vomiting
• tingling sensation in the arms, legs, hands, and feet
• dry mouth
• increased muscle spasms

If you experience either of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

• yellowing of the skin or eyes
• unexplained flu-like symptoms