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Information On The Drug Zanaflex
Zanaflex Alert
If you take Zanaflex (sometimes prescribed for muscle spasms, periodic limb movement disorder, or as a headache or Migraine preventive), you need to be aware of a recent MedWatch alert. Acorda Therapeutics, makers of Zanaflex, and the FDA have informed healthcare professionals of changes to the contraindications and warnings sections of the product labeling. For more information about this alert, see Lead Expert Teri Robert’s SharePost on MyMigraineConnection. Read more »
Expert & Community Posts
Migraineurs Taking Zanaflex - MedWatch Alert
By Teri Robert , Health Expert...consulting your physician.Resources:MedWatch Safety Information. "Zanaflex (tizanidine... Read more »
Important Changes in Zanaflex Labeling
By Florence Cardinal , Health Expert...physician. ____________ Resources: MedWatch Safety Information. "Zanaflex (tizanidine... Read more »
How to Manage MS-Related Spasticity
By Lisa Emrich , Health Expert...PT and Kathi Brandfass, MS, PTClinical Bulletin / Information for Health Professionals. ©... Read more »
Pain and MS: Treatment
By Vicki , Health Expert...prescriptions for cortico-steroids, but I didn't find any information one way or the other.... Read more »
05/12/08 #4 - Disabled son with morning Migraines?
By Ask the Clinician , Health Expert...recommended specialists. Another good source of information and support is our forum. To post... Read more »
Health Guide
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...dictionary will be helpful, but don't let that stop you. Features of the Handbook of Headache Sound information about relatively new drug treatments including Topamax (topiramate),... Read more »Headaches: Tension: Medications
...amitriptyline (Elavil, Endep). A number of investigational drugs, such as botulinum toxin (Botox), tizanidine (Zanaflex), and nitric synthase inhibitors are showing promise.Pain Relievers for Mild... Read more »Multiple Sclerosis: Treating the Complications
...other specific benefits for patients, including reducing facial pain and improving vision.Tizanidine (Zanaflex) is an oral drug that works after one week. In one study, 75% of patients taking... Read more »Stroke Recovery
...RehabilitationDrug therapy can sometimes help relieve specific effects of stroke:Dantrolene (Dantrium), tizanidine (Zanaflex), and baclofen (Lioresel) are used to treat spasticity.Heparin, a... Read more »ADHD: Highlights
...amphetamine drugs (Adderall, Dexedrine).In 2006, the manufacturer of Dexedrine added additional warning information to its drug label. In addition to heart warnings, the label advises that this... Read more »Images
Medications
This medication is used to treat muscle tightness and cramping (spasm) caused by conditions... Read more »
This medication is used to treat muscle tightness and cramping (spasm) caused by conditions such as... Read more »
This medication is used to treat muscle tightness and cramping (spasm) caused by conditions such as... Read more »
This medication is used to treat muscle tightness and cramping (spasm) caused by conditions... Read more »
This medication is used to treat muscle tightness and cramping (spasm) caused by conditions such as... Read more »
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