Flexeril
Designed to target muscle spasms, this medication is indicated to alleviate discomfort and support recovery in acute musculoskeletal conditions.
- Category
- Pain Management
- Active ingredient
- Cyclobenzaprine
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 15mg
Flexeril details
- Condition
- Muscle Spasm
- Therapeutic class
- Skeletal Muscle Relaxant
- Pharmacological class
- Tricyclic Compound
- Minor side effects
- drowsiness; dizziness; dry mouth
- Moderate side effects
- fatigue; constipation; blurred vision
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- McNeil
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at controlled room temperature, away from moisture and direct light.
- Drug interactions
- Alcohol; Monoamine oxidase inhibitors; CNS depressants
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to cyclobenzaprine; concurrent use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors; hyperthyroidism; arrhythmia
Precautions and warnings
may impair ability to drive or operate machinery; use with caution in elderly patients
Serious side effects
serotonin syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Designed to target muscle spasms, this medication is indicated to alleviate discomfort and support recovery in acute musculoskeletal conditions.
Mechanism of action
Flexeril acts on the central nervous system at the level of the brainstem to reduce somatic motor activity, effectively relieving muscle spasms without interfering with muscle function.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if clearly needed. Breastfeeding: Caution advised; consult your healthcare provider.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Flexeril
Flexeril is a recognised brand of cyclobenzaprine, a medicine used for the short-term relief of muscle spasm. Available as a 15mg tablet, this product from McNeil acts on the central nervous system to help relax muscles and ease associated discomfort.
Buying Flexeril online
Flexeril is registered across 13 markets including Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia, with availability also in Taiwan, South Korea and Japan. Generic cyclobenzaprine, much of it made in India, is far more affordable than the original brand. Access to these treatments is helpful for those living in areas where local supplies vary, making it one of the most ordered options online for delivery across the region.