{"id":630602,"date":"2024-12-02T15:16:29","date_gmt":"2024-12-02T20:16:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=630602"},"modified":"2026-03-16T10:46:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T14:46:58","slug":"cyclobenzaprine-and-meloxicam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/cyclobenzaprine-and-meloxicam\/","title":{"rendered":"Can you take cyclobenzaprine and meloxicam together?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you have ever thrown out your <\/span>back<\/span><\/a>, your healthcare provider may have prescribed medication\u2014or a combination of medications\u2014to get you moving again. Two popularly prescribed medications for this use, as well as other conditions that cause pain, inflammation, and muscle spasms, are cyclobenzaprine and meloxicam. Both drugs are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) but for different uses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Cyclobenzaprine<\/span><\/a> is classified in a group of drugs called skeletal <\/span>muscle relaxants<\/span><\/a>. It <\/span>works<\/span><\/a> on the central nervous system (not directly on the muscle) for <\/span>short-term treatment<\/span><\/a> of muscle spasms. It also decreases pain and tenderness and improves range of motion. Cyclobenzaprine is most commonly available in generic, immediate-release form. Although it is commonly referred to by the brand name Flexeril, that brand is no longer available. There is also an extended-release form of cyclobenzaprine called Amrix.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Meloxicam<\/span><\/a> is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (<\/span>NSAID<\/span><\/a>) that helps with <\/span>pain and inflammation<\/span><\/a> associated with arthritis and other conditions that cause pain and swelling. Meloxicam <\/span>works by<\/span><\/a> decreasing prostaglandins, which are substances that cause pain and inflammation. It is also known by the brand name Mobic, which is no longer available.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you are experiencing pain and inflammation, especially if it is interfering with your daily life, you may want to know if you can take cyclobenzaprine and meloxicam together. This article will explain whether you can combine these drugs, as well as other important information and considerations regarding cyclobenzaprine and meloxicam.<\/span><\/p>\n

Can you take cyclobenzaprine and meloxicam together?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Yes, you can combine cyclobenzaprine and meloxicam, but only if prescribed by a healthcare provider. There are various considerations that apply to each medication, so you will need a healthcare professional to evaluate whether both drugs are safe for you to take individually as well as together.<\/span><\/p>\n

Considerations when taking cyclobenzaprine and meloxicam together<\/span><\/h2>\n

The most important thing to do in determining whether you can take cyclobenzaprine and meloxicam together is to consult a healthcare provider for medical advice, even if you have been prescribed each drug separately on different occasions. Even though cyclobenzaprine and meloxicam do not chemically interact with each other, there is a possibility that one or both drugs may interact with another medication you take. Always tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as well as all of the medications you take, including:<\/span><\/p>\n