Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon) is a muscle relaxer. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain. Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon) is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury. Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon) may also be used for purposes not listed in Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon) guide.
Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon) side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon) and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
black, bloody, or tarry stools;
nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds; or
feeling like you might pass out.
Less serious side effects may include:
drowsiness, dizziness, tired feeling;
restlessness;
slightly discolored urine; or
mild skin rash or bruising.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. See also: Side effects (in more detail)
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Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon) dosing
Usual Adult Dose for Muscle Spasm:
250 to 750 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day. The dosage may be reduced as the condition of the patient improves.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Muscle Spasm:
125 to 500 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day. Alternative dosing: 20 mg/kg/day in divided doses 3 to 4 times a day.
Paracetamol (Relaxon) is a non-opiate, Paracetamol (Relaxon) and antipyretic, prescribed for headache, pain (muscle ache, backache) and fever either alone or combined with other medications.
Paracetamol (Relaxon) indications
Paracetamol (Relaxon) is a non-opiate, Paracetamol (Relaxon) and antipyretic, prescribed for headache, pain (muscle ache, backache) and fever either alone or combined with other medications. It changes the way the body senses pain and cools the body.
Paracetamol (Relaxon) contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Paracetamol (Relaxon) dosage
Adults: 0.5-1gm, 3-6 times daily max 4gm. Children: 15mg/kg/dose or 60mg/kg/24hr divided every 6 hrs. Maximum 5 doses SOS.
Paracetamol (Relaxon) usage
It comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth, with or without food.
Paracetamol (Relaxon) precautions
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, bleeding problems, growths in the nose, heart, kidney or liver disease, liver inflammation, high blood pressure, chickenpox, anxiety, trouble in sleeping, ulcers, stomach problems, stroke, Kawasaki syndrome, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption. It should not be used in children with infections such as flu, chickenpox or viral infections. Avoid large amount of caffeinated beverages while taking Paracetamol (Relaxon). It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising.
Paracetamol (Relaxon) side effects
Nausea, stomach upset, skin rash, acute toxicity may result in liver failure.
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Can Relaxon be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
What other drugs will affect Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon)?
Before using Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon), tell your doctor if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold or allergy medicine, sedatives, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon).
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon). Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
How should I take Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon)?
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Take the medicine with a full glass of water.
Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon) is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include rest, physical therapy, or other pain relief measures. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Store Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon) at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Who should not take Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon)?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon).
To make sure you can safely take Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon), tell your doctor if you have liver disease.
This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether Chlorzoxazone (Relaxon) passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Can Relaxon be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Relaxon be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Relaxon, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Relaxon. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
Patient reports
Three patients reported useful
How active was the Relaxon in relieving patients of the disease or symptoms? Based on the survey reports from users of gmedication.com, about Useful percentage of users claimed the Relaxon were useful to them in reducing their symptoms and diseases. However, the effectiveness of the medicine is influenced by many factors like the perception of the symptom, the severity of the conditions, and some other factors; the brand name could also be a factor to an extent. In the event the medicine does not produce the same effective result in your case, ensure you consult your medical expert to reexamine you on your disease or symptoms and prescribe, after that, alternative medications.
Patients
%
Useful
2
66.7%
Not useful
1
33.3%
Seven patients reported side effects
Does the Relaxon Have Any Side Effects? Based on the survey report from users of gmedication.com, about No side effects number of people suffered some side effect after consumption of Relaxon. All drugs have a portion of undesirable side effects. These effects could be irritations too insignificant for the patient to even notice. However, the side effects of drugs may be determined by several factors like severity of disease and conditions associated with individual patients. However, one of the biggest factors is the dosage consumed. The higher the quantity taken by an individual, the greater the healing effect and the corresponding side effect. All patients have their different intensity of side effects. Ensure you consult your health care provider immediately you notice an unusual side effect affect the consumption of Relaxon.
Patients
%
No side effects
6
85.7%
It has side effects
1
14.3%
Two patients reported price estimates
Do you think The Price of Relaxon is Worth It? Do you feel you paid higher than the value you got from it after usage? According to reports from gmedication.com users, on whether the Relaxon medicine is affordable, users shared different opinions on the question. The views concerning the price of the medicine were based on some factors like the brand the patient bought, the price compared to its level of effectiveness, the nation or country where the medicine is sold, and the amount of money the patient has. For users who are of the opinion that the medicine is unaffordable, they may have to consider a medicine with another brand in a bid to reduce cost.
Patients
%
Not expensive
1
50.0%
Expensive
1
50.0%
34 patients reported frequency of use
How often should I take Relaxon? According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Relaxon should take 3 times in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
Patients
%
3 times in a day
15
44.1%
Once in a day
14
41.2%
Twice in a day
4
11.8%
4 times in a day
1
2.9%
31 patients reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used? Relaxon May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
Patients
%
201-500mg
23
74.2%
51-100mg
2
6.5%
501mg-1g
2
6.5%
101-200mg
2
6.5%
11-50mg
1
3.2%
1-5mg
1
3.2%
Thirteen patients reported time for results
How long will I use Relaxon before I begin to notice the effect? According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about 1 day and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Relaxon. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Relaxon kindly click here
Patients
%
1 day
6
46.2%
1 week
2
15.4%
5 days
2
15.4%
3 days
1
7.7%
2 days
1
7.7%
> 3 month
1
7.7%
Thirteen patients reported administration
When is the best condition to take Relaxon: Before or after food? Based on the survey, the users of gmedication.com voted that Relaxon is best taken at After food. It is however worthy of mention that this popular vote may not be an appropriate description for your particular health condition. See your doctor for professional medical advice as regards the best time to take this medicine. If you wish to see the views of other users on the best time to take the medicine, simply click here.
Patients
%
After food
8
61.5%
Empty stomach
2
15.4%
Before food
2
15.4%
With a meal
1
7.7%
46 patients reported age
Patients
%
30-45
20
43.5%
16-29
11
23.9%
46-60
9
19.6%
6-15
5
10.9%
> 60
1
2.2%
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