Description

1. Product Overview:
Flexiril® 5 mg is a tablet formulation of Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride, a centrally acting muscle relaxant used for the relief of muscle spasm associated with acute painful musculoskeletal conditions.

2. Composition:
Active Ingredient: Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride 5 mg | Dosage Form: Tablet

3. Pharmacological Class:
Centrally Acting Skeletal Muscle Relaxant

4. Mechanism of Action:
Cyclobenzaprine acts primarily on the brainstem to reduce tonic somatic motor activity, resulting in decreased muscle spasm without directly affecting muscle function.

5. Indications:
Acute muscle spasms | Muscle strain and sprain | Musculoskeletal pain | Adjunct therapy in physical therapy and rest

6. Dosage & Administration:
As prescribed by physician | Oral use | Usually taken 2–3 times daily | May be taken with or without food

7. Clinical Benefits:
Relieves muscle spasm and stiffness | Improves mobility | Reduces pain associated with muscle injuries | Supports recovery in acute musculoskeletal conditions

8. Contraindications:
Hypersensitivity to Cyclobenzaprine | Concomitant use with MAO inhibitors | Recent myocardial infarction

9. Precautions:
May cause drowsiness and dizziness | Avoid driving or operating machinery | Use cautiously in elderly patients | Avoid alcohol consumption

10. Drug Interactions:
May interact with CNS depressants, antidepressants, and MAO inhibitors, increasing sedative effects

11. Special Populations:
Pregnancy: Use only if clearly needed | Lactation: Not recommended without medical advice | Pediatric: Safety not well established | Elderly: Increased risk of side effects

12. Adverse Effects:
Drowsiness | Dry mouth | Dizziness | Fatigue | Blurred vision | Constipation

13. Storage Conditions:
Store below 30°C | Protect from light and moisture | Keep out of reach of children

14. Packaging:
Tablet in blister pack

15. Manufacturer:
Everest Pharmaceutical Ltd.