Flexagil 5 mg Tablet

Flexagil 5 mg Tablet, made by CCL Pharmaceuticals Ltd, is a centrally acting muscle relaxant. Its active ingredient is Cyclobenzaprine 5mg, and it is used for muscle spasm from strains and sprains. Pack size: 1 x 10 tablets.

Uses of Flexagil 5 mg Tablet

Flexagil 5 mg Tablet is used together with rest and physiotherapy for short-term relief of muscle spasm caused by sudden, painful muscle conditions such as back strain, neck strain and sprains. It helps reduce stiffness, tenderness and limited movement. It is not effective for spasm caused by brain or spinal cord conditions, such as cerebral palsy, and is not meant for long-term use.

How Flexagil 5 mg Tablet works

Cyclobenzaprine acts mainly on the brainstem rather than directly on the muscles. It reduces the activity of the nerves that keep a muscle tight, so the spasm eases. It is chemically related to tricyclic antidepressants, which explains its drowsiness and drying side effects.

Possible side effects

Flexagil 5 mg Tablet often causes drowsiness. Other common side effects include:

• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Tiredness
• Headache
• Constipation

Get urgent help for a fast or irregular heartbeat, fainting, confusion, or agitation with fever, shaking and sweating, which may be serotonin syndrome.

Precautions and warnings

• It is meant for short-term use only, for the period your doctor prescribes.
• Do not take it with MAOI antidepressants, and tell your doctor if you take other antidepressants, tramadol or other medicines that affect serotonin.
• Tell your doctor if you have heart disease, a recent heart attack, an irregular heartbeat, an overactive thyroid, glaucoma or difficulty passing urine.
• Avoid alcohol and other sedatives, and do not drive or operate machinery if you feel drowsy.
• Older people are more sensitive to its effects, and you should ask your doctor before using it during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Storage

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it in the original pack until use. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Flexagil 5 mg Tablet online in Pakistan

Order Flexagil 5 mg Tablet from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. You can also compare other brands of Cyclobenzaprine by price and pack size. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.