CYCLOBENZAPRINE HYDROCHLORIDE (AMRIX) Nursing Considerations

What is the generic name?

CYCLOBENZAPRINE HYDROCHLORIDE

What is the Trade Name for CYCLOBENZAPRINE HYDROCHLORIDE?

AMRIX

What are the Indications for CYCLOBENZAPRINE HYDROCHLORIDE?

• 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE AMRIX ¬Æ (cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride extended-release capsules) is indicated as an adjunct to rest and physical therapy for relief of muscle spasm associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions. Improvement is manifested by relief of muscle spasm and its associated signs and symptoms, namely, pain, tenderness, and limitation of motion. Limitations of Use: AMRIX should be used only for short periods (up to two or three weeks) because adequate evidence of effectiveness for more prolonged use is not available and because muscle spasm associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions is generally of short duration and specific therapy for longer periods is seldom warranted. AMRIX has not been found effective in the treatment of spasticity associated with cerebral or spinal cord disease or in children with cerebral palsy. AMRIX is a muscle relaxant indicated as an adjunct to rest and physical therapy for relief of muscle spasm associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use: AMRIX should be used only for short periods (up to 2 or 3 weeks) ( 1 ) AMRIX has not been found effective in the treatment of spasticity or cerebral palsy (1)

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