Zanaflex
· Trade Name
ZANAFLEX
· Generic Name
Tizanidine
· Drug Class
Muscle Relaxant Medication
· How It Works
Medication binds to certain central adrenergic receptors reducing spasticity
· Serious Side Effects
liver toxicity
slow heart rate
low blood pressure
syncope/loss of consciousness
hypertension
fast heart rate
hallucinations
retinal degeneration
corneal defects
QT prolongation
· Common Side Effects
constipation
dizziness
low blood pressure
slow heart rate
asthenia
dry mouth
sleepiness
upper respiratory track infection
elevated liver transaminases
vomiting
speech disturbance
urinary frequency
blurred vision
dyskinesia
nervousness
pharyngitis
rhinitis
hallucinations
Posted on March 3, 2009
