Generic name:cyclobenzaprine (oral route) [ sye-kloe-BEN-za-preen ]
Drug class:Skeletal muscle relaxants
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 31, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Amrix
- Fexmid
- Flexeril
- FusePaq Tabradol
Available Dosage Forms:
- Capsule, Extended Release
- Tablet
- Suspension
Therapeutic Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant, Centrally Acting
Uses for Amrix
Cyclobenzaprine is used to help relax certain muscles in your body. It helps relieve pain, stiffness, and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, or injuries to your muscles. However, this medicine does not take the place of rest, exercise or physical therapy, or other treatment that your doctor may recommend for your medical problem. Cyclobenzaprine acts on the central nervous system (CNS) to produce its muscle relaxant effects. Its actions on the CNS may also cause some of this medicine's side effects.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Amrix
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of cyclobenzaprine extended-release capsules in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Geriatric
Because of the possibility of higher blood levels in the elderly as compared to younger adults, use of cyclobenzaprine extended-release capsules is not recommended in the elderly...
