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Tizanidine
Identifier
016875
Type of Spiritual Experience
Background
Note that the eHealthme site records figures separately here for Tizanidine even though it is the same drug as Zanaflex, so this why this observation has been created
A description of the experience
Tizanidine - trade names Zanaflex , Sirdaludis a drug that is used as a muscle relaxant. It is a centrally acting α2 adrenergic agonist. It is used to treat the spasms, cramping, and tightness of muscles caused by medical problems such as multiple sclerosis, spastic diplegia, back pain, or certain other injuries to the spine or central nervous system. It is also prescribed off-label for migraine headaches, as a sleep aid, and as an anticonvulsant. It is also prescribed for some symptoms of fibromyalgia
Side effects include hypotension, liver damage, drowsiness, dry mouth with increased dosage, and dizziness.
Tizanidine is a potent sedative. It therefore has the potential, to interact with other CNS depressants. Alcohol should be avoided, particularly as it can cause stomach upset.
On Dec, 29, 2016 1,303 people reported to have side effects when taking Tizanidine Hydrochloride. Among them, 14 people (1.07%) have Hallucination
On Jun, 8, 2015: 1,214 people reported to have side effects when taking Tizanidine hydrochloride. Among them, 13 people (1.07%) have Death.
The source of the experience
eHealthmeConcepts, symbols and science items
Symbols
Science Items
Activities and commonsteps
Activities
Overloads
Extreme painMigraine treatments
Multiple sclerosis treatments
Muscle diseases
Muscle relaxants
Sleep deprivation, insomnia and mental exhaustion