Tizanidine: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Tizanidine is a muscle relaxant available as tablets in Pakistan, on its own and in combination with painkillers for back and neck pain.
How Tizanidine works
Tizanidine acts on the brain and spinal cord to reduce the nerve signals that make muscles tighten. This eases stiffness and painful spasms.
What is Tizanidine used for?
- Muscle stiffness (spasticity) from multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury or stroke
- Painful muscle spasm, for example with back or neck pain
Side effects of Tizanidine
Not everyone gets side effects. The ones reported more often are:
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness or tiredness
- Low blood pressure, especially when standing
- Muscle weakness
Get medical help if you feel faint, have a very slow heartbeat, or notice yellowing of the skin or eyes or dark urine.
Precautions and warnings
- Never take it with ciprofloxacin or fluvoxamine, as these can raise tizanidine to dangerous levels.
- Do not stop it suddenly after regular use, as blood pressure and heart rate can rebound.
- Avoid alcohol and do not drive if you feel drowsy.
- Tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease or low blood pressure.
- Tell your doctor about blood pressure medicines and oral contraceptives.
Frequently asked questions about Tizanidine
Does tizanidine make you sleepy?
Yes, drowsiness is very common, especially when starting or increasing the dose. Avoid driving until you know how it affects you.
Tizanidine brands and prices in Pakistan
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