What is Dantrolene? Uses, warnings & side effects
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Dantrolene overview
BRAND NAMES:
Dantrium, Dantrolene Sodium
Generic Names:
Dantrolene Sodium
Uses:
Treats muscle spasms. Also used to treat and prevent malignant hyperthermia.
Therapeutic Classes:
Skeletal Muscle Relaxant, Direct Acting
Forms:
Capsule
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What is Dantrolene used for?
Dantrium is a muscle relaxer that is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain nerve disorders such as spinal cord injury, stroke, cerebral palsy, and multiple sclerosis. It works by reducing muscle pain and stiffness and improves your ability to move around.
What form(s) does Dantrolene come in?
Capsule
What are common Dantrolene dosages?
Capsule 25MG
Capsule 50MG
Capsule 100MG
Dantrolene images - What does Dantrolene look like?
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50mg capsule
How to take Dantrolene
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
What to do if you miss a dose of Dantrolene
Dantrolene contraindications - Who shouldn't take Dantrolene?
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not use it if you had an allergic reaction to dantrolene, or if you have active liver disease (such as hepatitis or cirrhosis).
Dantrolene warnings
This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a history of liver disease, heart disease, or lung disease.
This medicine can cause the following problems: Liver problems
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
Dantrolene interactions & what to avoid when taking Dantrolene
Some medicines can affect how dantrolene works. Tell your doctor if you are also using any of the following: EstrogenHeart or blood pressure medicine
Tell your doctor if you use anything else that makes you sleepy. Some examples are allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, and alcohol.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Dantrolene side effects - How does Dantrolene make you feel?
Serious Side Effects
Severe diarrhea
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes
Fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat, chest pain, trouble breathing
Less Serious Side Effects
Dizziness, drowsiness, lightheadedness
Muscle weakness, tiredness
Mild diarrhea
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