Ingredient

Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride

Cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride is a skeletal muscle relaxant ingredient that relieves muscle spasms.

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MFDS ingredient code M246272

What does it do?

Cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride is a skeletal muscle relaxant that acts on the central nervous system. It is primarily used in medications to relieve muscle spasms and tension. It helps in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders.

This ingredient controls nerve signals in the brain and spinal cord to reduce excessive tension in the muscles. This alleviates muscle spasms and decreases pain. It plays a role in promoting muscle relaxation in the central nervous system.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike other skeletal muscle relaxants, cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride primarily acts on the central nervous system to relieve muscle tension. It has sedative effects compared to similar ingredients, but the risk of tolerance or dependence is relatively low.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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