If your doctor gave prescription to this drug than trust me you wont have severe side effects but if you do have then do not hesitate to to tell your doctor about this and make sure you take the this medication properly in time
tizanidine may cause the side effects as follows:
⦁ dizziness
⦁ drowsiness
⦁ weakness
⦁ nervousness
⦁ depression
⦁ vomiting
⦁ tingling sensation in the arms, legs, hands, and feet
⦁ dry mouth
⦁ constipation
⦁ diarrhea
⦁ stomach pain
⦁ heartburn
⦁ increased muscle spasms
⦁ back pain
⦁ rash
⦁ sweating
⦁ dry mouth
⦁ tiredness
⦁ weakness
⦁ dizziness
⦁ urinary tract infection
⦁ constipation
⦁ vomiting
⦁ trouble speaking
⦁ runny nose
⦁ sore throat
⦁ vision problems
If any of these effects get worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
"one of the tizanidine side effects are serious ones"
⦁ nausea
⦁ extreme tiredness
⦁ unusual bleeding or bruising
⦁ lack of energy
⦁ loss of appetite
⦁ pain in the upper right part of the stomach
⦁ yellowing of the skin or eyes
⦁ unexplained flu-like symptoms
⦁ seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist
⦁ slow heartbeat
⦁ changes in vision
⦁ Hallucinations.
some of the methods you can use to reduce these side effects :
⦁ To relieve dry mouth, suck (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water, or use a saliva substitute.
⦁ To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
remember your doctor prescribed this medication because they know this medication will help more than it effects you soo not to to worry much
Many people who use this medication do not have any serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if you have any serious side effects, like fainting, mental/mood changes, slow heartbeat, vision changes (blurness).
Tizanidine has rarely caused any very serious liver disease. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop symptoms of liver disease, including persistent vomiting, severe stomach or abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing eyes or skin.
Any serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help immediately if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including rash, itching or swelling (especially of the face or tongue or throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not the complete list of side effects. If you notice any other effects that are not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist
how to use tizanidine tablet
Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually every 6 to 8 hours.
The dosage is based on your medical condition, your body response to treatment, and other medications you may been taking. Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the medications you use (including prescription or nonprescription drugs, and any other natural herbal products). To reduce your the side effects of this tizanidine, your doctor may prescribe you this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully. Do not take tizanidine more than 36 milligrams a day or more than 3 dosages in a 24-hour period.
Your body will react to this medication differently depending on whether your doctor prescribed it as a tablet or capsule, or whether you have to take it with food or with empty stomach, or if you sprinkle the contents of the capsule on food. Be sure to recheck with your doctor on how to take this medication to reduce the side effects as possible
If you suddenly stop using tizanidine , you may have to face symptoms like anxiety, tremor, increased blood pressure or heart rate or muscle tenseness. To prevent withdrawal, your doctor prescribe lower your dose slowly. Withdrawal take place more likely if you have been using tizanidine for a long time or in high doses. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if you have withdrawal effects.
Forms and strengths
Name: Tizanidine
- Form: oral tablet
- Strengths: 2 mg, 4 mg
company: Zanaflex
- Form: oral tablet
- Strengths: 4 mg
Dosage
overdose
If someone took overdose and having serious symptoms like passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call the poison control center immediately. US citizens can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada citizens can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose include: severe dizziness or drowsiness, confusion, slow or shallow breathing, fainting.
Note: Do not share tizanidine medication with others.
Laboratory or medical tests like blood pressure, liver function should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects of overdose. Consult your doctor for more help.
missed dose
If you miss any dose, take it as soon as you remember to take. If this is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the time. Do not double the dose to make it stable of missed dose.
storage
Storage must be at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all the medications away from childrens and pets.
Do not flush medications down to the toilet or pour them into the drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this medication when it is expired or you are not prescribed. Consult your doctor or local waste disposal company.
Precautions for taking tizanidine tablet :
Before taking tizanidine, tell your doctor if you have any allergies towards it or if you have any other allergies. This medication may contain inactive ingredients, which may cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your doctor for more details.
Before taking tizanidine, tell to doctor all your medical history, especially if you have any low blood pressure, kidney disease, liver disease.
This drug may cause dizzy or drowsy. Alcohol or marijuana can make you more dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, or do anything that more concentration until you can do it safely. Avoid taking alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).
Before you go for surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products.
Older adults may get more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially dizziness and drowsiness. These effects can increase the risk of falling to the ground.
During pregnancy, tizanidine should be used only when manditary needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
tizanidine warnings
Tizanidine oral tablet comes with several warnings.
Allergy warning
Tizanidine can cause a severe allergic reaction. Symptoms can include:
trouble breathing
itching
swelling of your throat or tongue
If you have an allergic reaction, call your doctor or local poison control center right away. If symptoms get severe, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency hospital.
Don’t take this drug again if you’ve had an allergic reaction to it in the past. Taking it again could be fatal (cause death).
Alcohol interaction warning
The use of drinks that contain alcohol increases the amount of tizanidine in your body. This can cause increased side effects from tizanidine.
Warnings for people with certain health conditions
For people with decreased liver function: Talk with your doctor about whether tizanidine is safe for you. If you take this drug, your doctor may give you a lower dose. Also, your doctor should check your liver function at the start of treatment. They may check it again one month after your maximum dose has been prescribed.
For people with decreased kidney function: Talk with your doctor about whether tizanidine is safe for you. If you take this drug, your doctor may give you a lower dose. Also, your doctor will watch for buildup of too much tizanidine in your body. Symptoms can include dry mouth, dizziness, or drowsiness.
Warnings for other groups
For pregnant women: Tizanidine is a category C pregnancy drug That means two things:
- Research in animals has shown adverse effects to the fetus when the mother takes the drug.
- There haven’t been enough studies done in humans to be certain how the drug might affect the fetus.
Talk to your doctor if you’re pregnant or planning to become pregnant. This drug should only be used if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Call your doctor if you become pregnant while taking this drug.
For women who are breastfeeding:
It’s not known if tizanidine passes into breast milk and causes side effects in a child who is breastfed. Talk to your doctor if you breastfeed your child. You may need to decide whether to stop breastfeeding or stop taking this medication.
For seniors:
The kidneys of older adults may not work as well as they used to. This can cause your body to process drugs more slowly. As a result, more of a drug stays in your body for a longer time. This raises your risk of side effects.
For children:
This medication has not been studied in children. It should not be used in people younger than 18 years.
Travel
When traveling with your medication:
- Always carry your medication with you. When flying, never put it into a checked bag. Keep it in your carry-on bag.
- Don’t worry about airport X-ray machines. They can’t hurt your medication.
- You may need to show airport staff the pharmacy label for your medication. Always carry the original prescription-labeled container with you.
- Don’t put this medication in your car’s glove compartment or leave it in the car. Be sure to avoid doing this when the weather is very hot or very cold.
Alternatives for tizanidine?
There are other drugs available to treat your condition. Some may be better suited for you than others. Talk to your doctor about other drug options that may work for you.
Disclaimer:
Our goal is to provide you with the most relevant and current information. However, because drugs affect each person differently, we cannot guarantee that this information includes all possible side effects. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always discuss possible side effects with a healthcare provider who knows your medical history.