Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's

Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's belongs to the group of medicines called 'muscle relaxant' used to reduce and relieve the muscle spasm or excessive muscle tension occurring in various illnesses. Muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary contractions of the muscle, which can be painful and uncomfortable. When the nerve impulses that control the muscle movements are damaged or interrupted, it could lead to muscle spasms. 

The Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's contains 'cyclobenzaprine' which works by relieving muscle spasm through action on the central nervous system at the brain stem and helps relieve pain and improve muscle movements. Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's works on the spinal cord and brain, thereby maintaining muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness. 

Take Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's with food. You are advised to take Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as blurred vision, dizziness, drowsiness, or lightheadedness, dryness of the mouth. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are suggested to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Do not discontinue Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's suddenly as it could lead to unpleasant side-effects such as rigidity, increased heart rate, changes in mood, fever, mental disorders, confusion, hallucinations, and fits (seizures). Consult your doctor before taking Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Your doctor will prescribe Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below 15 years of age. Inform your doctor about all the current medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects. Please speak to your doctor immediately if you experience mood swings, depression or if you have any suicidal thoughts. 

Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's belongs to the group of medicines called muscle relaxants used to reduce and relieve muscle spasms (excessive tension in the muscles). Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's relieves muscle spasm through action on the central nervous system at the brain stem and helps in relieving pain and improves muscle movements. Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's is particularly effective for relieving involuntary muscle spasms in the ankle, hip, and knee. Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's is used together with physical therapy and rest to relieve muscle spasms caused by painful conditions such as an injury.

• Blurred vision
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Excitement or nervousness
• Frequent urination
• General feeling of discomfort or illness
• Headache
• Lightheadedness
• Dryness of the mouth
   

A person should not take Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's if they are allergic to a medicinal component present in it. If they have a certain thyroid disorder (hyperthyroidism), a heart rhythm disorder, or you have recently had a heart attack and heart block, congestive heart failure. If a person has taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, they should not take Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's to cause serious drug interaction. Consult your doctor before taking Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Your doctor will prescribe Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below 15 years of age. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects. Please talk to your doctor immediately if you experience mood swings, depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts. Your doctor may advise you to undergo regular blood tests to monitor liver function. Inform your doctor that you are taking Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's if you are experiencing any operation which requires a general anaesthetic.

• HYDROCODONE
• ISOCARBOXAZID
• PHENELZINE
• PROCARBAZINE
• RASAGILINE
• LITHIUM
• AMITRIPTYLINE
• NALOXONE
• DILTIAZEM
• PROMETHAZINE
• CARBAMAZEPINE
• LEVODOPA
• ACETAMINOPHEN
• MORPHINE
• IBUPROFEN
• TRAMADOL
• TIZANIDINE
• FENTANYL

• Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's will not reduce muscle spasm due to brain and spinal cord conditions, such as cerebral palsy.
• Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's should not be given within 14 days of monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor antidepressants, as taking them together can be fatal. 
• Skelebenz 30 mg Capsule 10's should be used with caution in patients with a history of urinary retention, angle-closure glaucomaand increased intraocular pressure.

• Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching so that they are less likely to spasm, tear, and sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
• Massages can also be helpful.
• Avoid contact with extreme cold and hot temperatures. 
• Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes, instead, wear loose garments.
• Rest well, get plenty of sleep for at least 8 hours. 
• To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position at least every two hours.
• Hot or cold therapy can help treat muscle spasms. Apply an ice-pack or hot-pack on the muscle for 15-20 minutes.
• Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water.