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Top five muscle relaxers for 2022

Muscle relaxcers are very effective in helping manage acute pain in user. So, if you are suffering from issue, here are a few muscle relaxers to choose from this 2022. They are all very effective and takes about 20 to 30 minutes to show positive result in the user.

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Top five muscle relaxers for 2022

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  1. Top five muscle relaxers 2022

  2. Muscle relaxers  When the pain is severe or chronic and does not respond to over-the-counter medications, muscle relaxers may be prescribed. Muscle relaxers: • Reduce skeletal muscle spasms • Relieve pain • Increase mobility of the affected muscles

  3. The top five muscle relaxers (2022) The top five muscle relaxers in 2022 are listed below: • Carisoprodol • Cyclobenzaprine • Diazepam • Metaxalone • Methocarbamol

  4. 1. Carisoprodol Carisoprodol is a type of musculoskeletal pain relaxer that blocks pain sensation between the nerves and the brain. It is a schedule IV controlled substance. This drug was approved in the US in 1959. Carisoprodol is marketed under the brand name, Soma pills. The available dosages are: Soma 350 mg and 500 mg. It is recommended with rest and physical therapies for short term usage of 2 to 3 weeks. Long term usage of Carisoprodol can cause addiction and withdrawal symptoms.

  5. Side effects of Carisoprodol The common side effects of Carisoprodol are as follows: • Drowsiness • Dizziness • Nausea • Upset Stomach

  6. 2 Cyclobenzaprine Cyclobenzaprine is used since the late 1970’s. This medication helps to treat muscle spasms. The drug reduces pain in the first few days and works for up to two weeks. Afterward, it stops becoming effective. The most common generic medication of Cyclobenzaprine is Flexeril.

  7. Side effects of Cyclobenzaprine Common side effects include • Headache • Fatigue • Dizziness • Dry mouth. • It can also cause irregular heartbeats. • The sedative effects of Cyclobenzaprine are very well known, so taking it during the daytime poses some risks.

  8. 3 Diazepam Diazepam is a part of the drug group Benzodiazepine. It is known for its calming effect. Despite acting more as a sedative rather than as a muscle relaxant, diazepam is a popularly prescribed to combat muscle pain. This drug can be taken orally, anally, injected in veins or muscles directly, or used as a nasal spray.

  9. Side effects of Diazepam Common side effects of Diazepam includes: • Drowsiness • Coordination issues • Breathing problem • Can trigger seizures

  10. 4 Metaxalone Metaxalone is a muscle relaxant used for sprains, strains, and other muscle related pain. It is taken as 800 mg tablets used for 3 to 4 times a day. This drug is sold under the brand name of Skelaxin. Compared to other muscle relaxants this drug has lesser side effects but the price is comparatively higher.

  11. Side effects of Metaxalone The common side effects of Metaxalone are mentioned below: • Drowsiness • Dizziness • Nausea • Irritability • However elderly people are at risk using this drug

  12. 5 Methocarbamol Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxer which works by blocking pain sensations to reach the brain. This medication is used together with physical therapy and rest and it effectively provides pain relief with less sedating effects. Methocarbamol has fewer incidences of overdose and abuse compared to other muscle relaxers still significant risks remain. The generic brand of this drug is Robaxin.

  13. Side effects of Methocarbamol Common side effects of this drug include: • Headaches • Drowsiness • Dizziness Meanwhile, serious side effects include liver damage, seizures, anaphylaxis, and confusion.

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