Cyclobenzaprine side effects
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List of side effects
Acute musculoskeletal conditions
Tricyclic antidepressants
Enhancement to CNS depressants
Acute musculoskeletal conditions
Cyclobenzaprine is closely related to the tricyclic antidepressants, e.g., amitriptyline and imipramine. In short term studies for indications other than muscle spasm associated with acute musculoskeletal conditions, and usually at doses somewhat greater than those recommended for skeletal muscle spasm, some of the more serious central nervous system reactions noted with the tricyclic antidepressants have occurred. Return to top
Tricyclic antidepressants
Tricyclic antidepressants have been reported to produce arrhythmias, sinus tachycardia, prolongation of the conduction time leading to myocardial infarction and stroke. Return to top
Enhancement to CNS depressants
Cyclobenzaprine HCl may enhance the effects of alcohol, barbiturates, and other CNS depressants. Return to top
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