Indication
Spasmorelax is used to relieve anxiety, muscle spasms, and seizures and to control agitation caused by alcohol withdrawal.
Spasmorelax is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Spasmorelax intake
Spasmorelax concentrate (liquid) comes with a specially marked dropper for measuring the dose. Ask your pharmacist to show you how to use the dropper. Dilute the concentrate in water, juice, or carbonated beverages just before taking it. Spasmorelax may also be mixed with applesauce or pudding just before taking the dose.
Improper use of Spasmorelax can case a habit. Do not take a larger dose; take it more often, or for a longer time than your doctor tells you to. Tolerance may develop with long-term or excessive use, making Spasmorelax less effective. Spasmorelax must be taken regularly to be effective. Do not skip doses even if you feel that you do not need them. Do not take Spasmorelax for more than 4 months or stop taking this medication without talking to your doctor. Stopping Spasmorelax suddenly can worsen your condition and cause withdrawal symptoms (anxiousness, sleeplessness, and irritability). Your doctor probably will decrease your dose gradually.
Spasmorelax is also used to treat irritable bowel syndrome and panic attacks. Talk to your doctor about the possible risks of using this drug for your condition.
Special precautions
Before taking Spasmorelax,
- tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to diazepam, alprazolam (Xanax), chlordiazepoxide (Librium, Librax), clonazepam (Klonopin), clorazepate (Tranxene), estazolam (ProSom), flurazepam (Dalmane), lorazepam (Ativan), oxazepam (Serax), prazepam (Centrax), temazepam (Restoril), triazolam (Halcion), or any other drugs.
- tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially antihistamines; cimetadine (Tagamet); digoxin (Lanoxin); disulfiram (Antabuse); fluoxetine (Prozac); isoniazide (INH, Laniazid, Nydrazid); ketoconazole (Nizoral); levodopa (Larodopa, Sinemet); medications for depression, seizures, pain, Parkinson's disease, asthma, colds, or allergies; metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL); muscle relaxants; oral contraceptives; probenecid (Benemid); propoxyphene (Darvon); propranolol (Inderal); ranitidine (Zantac); rifampin (Rifadin); sedatives; sleeping pills; theophylline (Theo-Dur); tranquilizers; valproic acid (Depakene); and vitamins. These medications may add to the drowsiness caused by Spasmorelax.
- If you use antacids, take Spasmorelax first, and then wait 1 hour before taking the antacid.
- Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had glaucoma; seizures; or lung, heart, or liver disease.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Spasmorelax, call your doctor immediately.
- If you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking diazepam.
- You should know that Spasmorelax may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you.
- Remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug.
- Tell your doctor if you use tobacco products. Cigarette smoking may decrease the effectiveness Spasmorelax.
Do not buy Spasmorelax and use Spasmorelax purchased at shady pharmacies!
Side effects
Side effects from Spasmorelax are common and include:
- drowsiness
- dizziness
- tiredness
- weakness
- dry mouth
- diarrhea
- upset stomach
- changes in appetite
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- restlessness or excitement
- constipation
- difficulty urinating
- frequent urination
- blurred vision
- changes in sex drive or ability
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
- seizures
- shuffling walk
- persistent, fine tremor or inability to sit still
- fever
- difficulty breathing or swallowing
- severe skin rash
- yellowing of the skin or eyes
- irregular heartbeat
Overdose
In case of overdose of Spasmorelax, call your local poison control center. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services.
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Spasmorelax can cause false results in urine tests for sugar using Clinistix and Diastix. Diabetic patients should useTesTape to test their urine for sugar.
If you are taking Spasmorelax to control seizures and have an increase in their frequency or severity, call your doctor. Your dose may need to be adjusted. If you use Spasmorelax for seizures, carry identification (Medic Alert) stating that you have epilepsy and that you are taking Spasmorelax.
Disclaimer
Always read informational leaflet before using medicine! The information can be changed and completed!!
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