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Chlorzoxazone
INFORMATION ABOUT CHLORZOXAZONE
Chlorzoxazone Uses
Chlorzoxazone is used for muscle relaxation. It relieves painful spasms of the skeletal muscles.
How Chlorzoxazone works
Chlorzoxazone is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm without reduction in strength. This improves pain and movement of muscles.
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Written By
Dr. Anuj Saini
MMST, MBBS
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Last updated
20 Feb 2025 | 05:03 AM (UTC)
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Medicine brands for Chlorzoxazone
Actizone
₹45 to ₹45
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C Dsc
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Janssen Pharmaceuticals
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Parafon Dsc
₹56 to ₹56
JNTL Consumer Health (India) Pvt. Ltd.
1 variant(s)
Expert advice for Chlorzoxazone
  • Chlorzoxazone provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
  • Take it with or after food or a glass of milk.
  • Chlorzoxazone may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Chlorzoxazone as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.
  • Chlorzoxazone provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
  • Take it with or after food or a glass of milk.
  • Chlorzoxazone may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Chlorzoxazone as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.
Frequently asked questions for Chlorzoxazone
No. Chlorzoxazone is mephenesin like centrally acting muscle relaxant that is used to relieve muscle stiffness and pain. It is not a steroid, narcotic, addictive or controlled substance
No, chlorzoxazone or any other drug should not be used for recreational purpose. Use only when prescribed by the doctor
No. It does not contain aspirin or codeine
It is not known to cause weight gain, but may cause drowsiness. If you experience any such side effects, consult your doctor
No. Vicodin, which contains acetaminophen and hydrocodone, is used to relieve general pain. Chlorzoxazone is a muscle relaxant and different drug altogether
No. Soma caontains carisoprodol, another mephenesin-like centrally acting muscle relaxant. However, it totally different from chlorzoxazone
No known interaction data is available for these drugs. However, it doesn't mean that the chlorzoxazone can be taken with tramadol, naproxen or ibuprofen. Always consult your doctor regarding the drug usage
No. It is advisable not to take chlorzoxazone with hydrocodone/ citalopram/ acetaminophen since interactions have been reported for this combination.