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Tizanidine

Tizanidine is a short-acting muscle relaxer. It works by blocking nerve impulses (pain sensations) that are sent to your brain. Tizanidine is used to treat spasticity by temporarily relaxing muscle tone. Tizanidine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Tizanidine...

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Tizanidine Prescribing Information

Prescribing Information (FDA)

 Tizanidine is indicated for the treatment of spasticity in adults. Monitoring of aminotransferase levels is recommended at baseline and 1 month after maximum dose is achieved [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. The recommended starting dose is 2 mg by mouth every 6 to 8 hours, as needed, to a...

Tizanidine results from the Pill Identifier

  • Pill R180 White Oval is Tizanidine Hydrochloride
  • Pill R179 White Oval is Tizanidine Hydrochloride
  • Pill APO TI-4 White Round is Tizanidine Hydrochloride
  • Pill 503 White Round is Tizanidine Hydrochloride
  • Pill 502 White Round is Tizanidine Hydrochloride

Tizanidine Dosage Guide + Max Dose, Adjustments

Dosage Information (Advanced)

Tizanidine Dosage Applies to the following strengths: 4 mg; 2 mg; 6 mg Usual Adult Dose for: Muscle Spasm Additional dosage information: Renal Dose Adjustments Liver Dose Adjustments Dose Adjustments Precautions Dialysis Other Comments Usual Adult Dose for Muscle Spasm Initial dose: 2 mg orally...

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Tizanidine - Does tizanidine contain any opioids?

Drug Questions & Answers (Drugs.com)

Tizanidine - Does tizanidine contain any opioids? Question posted by Iceman542 on 20 Jan 2025 Last updated on 20 January 2025 Answer this question The information on this page reflects personal experiences shared by our community members. It is not reviewed for medical accuracy and should not...

Tizanidine Side Effects: Common, Severe, Long Term

Side Effects (Drugs.com)

Tizanidine Side Effects Serious side effects Other side effects Professional info FAQ Applies to tizanidine : oral capsule, oral tablet . Precautions It is important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits , especially during the first few weeks of treatment with this medicine. This...

Tizanidine Questions & Answers

Drug Questions & Answers (Drugs.com)

Tizanidine Questions Overview Questions (48) Display All questions Unanswered questions Sort by Newest Oldest Popular Related tags All related tags Muscle Spasm (19) Zanaflex (5) Gabapentin (4) Muscle (4) Pain (4) Muscle Relaxer (4) Medication (4) Side Effect (3) Dosage (3) Xanax (3) Tramadol (3...

Tizanidine - Is this medication (tizanidine) gluten free?

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Tizanidine - Is this medication (tizanidine) gluten free? Question posted by Shirleelynn on 12 Feb 2020 Last updated on 28 February 2020 I have recently been diagnosed with Celiac. I have also had 4 cervical fusions, and this medication has been a lifesaver. Please tell me it’s gluten free...

Tizanidine (International database)

International Drugs (Drugs.com)

Tizanidine (International) In the US, Tizanidine (tizanidine systemic) is a member of the drug class skeletal muscle relaxants and is used to treat Cluster Headaches , Muscle Spasm and Spasticity . US matches: Tizanidine Tizanidine Capsules Scheme Rec.INN ATC (Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical...

Tizanidine Interactions Checker

Drug Interactions (Cerner Multum)

Tizanidine Interactions There are 650 drugs known to interact with tizanidine , along with 4 disease interactions, and 3 alcohol/food interactions. Of the total drug interactions, 247 are major, 401 are moderate, and 2 are minor. Does tizanidine interact with my other drugs? Enter medications to...

Tizanidine Support Group

Drug Questions & Answers (Drugs.com)

Tizanidine Support Group Overview Questions Summary Our support group for Tizanidine has 48 questions and 116 members. Updated 20 Jan 2025. Featured questions What is Miderizone used for? FAQ Answered by Drugs.com I'm currently taking both tizanidine and gabapentin before bed and am suffering...

Tizanidine side effects?

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Tizanidine side effects? Question posted by kbelasic419 on 28 Aug 2010 Last updated on 4 November 2019 by autismmama143 Can tizanidine cause tingling in the back of the head? Ive been taking 2 mg for about 2 weeks and the back of my head tingles for a few seconds then goes away, this used to happen...

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