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Chlorzoxazone is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Sprain, Muscle Spasms. The alternative uses of Chlorzoxazone have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Chlorzoxazone is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Chlorzoxazone can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Chlorzoxazone normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Chlorzoxazone is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Chlorzoxazone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Chlorzoxazone related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Chlorzoxazone since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Chlorzoxazone are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Chlorzoxazone with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Chlorzoxazone is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Chlorzoxazone is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Chlorzoxazone safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Chlorzoxazone in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Chlorzoxazone safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Chlorzoxazone on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Chlorzoxazone will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Chlorzoxazone on the Kidneys?
Chlorzoxazone may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Chlorzoxazone on the Liver?
Chlorzoxazone may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Chlorzoxazone on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Chlorzoxazone on the heart have been reported.
Chlorzoxazone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chlorzoxazone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Chlorzoxazone habit forming or addictive?
Chlorzoxazone is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Chlorzoxazone as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Chlorzoxazone should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Chlorzoxazone is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Chlorzoxazone
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Chlorzoxazone with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chlorzoxazone
Taking Chlorzoxazone with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 357