
Sirdalud 2mg (Tizanidine) Blister Tabs x10
Sirdalud 2mg (Tizanidine) is a muscle relaxant used together with a pain reliever to manage musculoskeletal pain. It relieves pain from stiffness or spasms.
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Buy NowSirdalud 2mg contains the active ingredient tizanidine hydrochloride, an α2-adrenergic agonist used to relieve muscle spasticity and spasms. This medication effectively reduces painful muscle tightness and excessive muscle tone associated with various conditions.
Uses
Sirdalud is prescribed to minimize painful muscle tightness or excessive muscle tone associated with multiple sclerosis (MS), spastic diplegia, back pain, spinal cord injury, and other conditions.
Dosage
- The initial dose is 2 mg taken orally three times daily.
- Maximum daily dosage should not exceed 36 mg divided across short intervals.
- May taken with or without food but avoid grapefruit juice.
Mechanism of Action
Tizanidine is an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist that reduces spasticity by increasing presynaptic inhibition of motor neurons.
Benefit
- Provides effective relief from muscle spasticity and spasms
- Improves mobility and quality of life
- Well-tolerated with minimal side effects
Side Effects
- Drowsiness, fatigue, headache
- Low blood pressure or slowed heart rate
- Nausea, dry mouth
- Liver enzyme elevations (rare)
Warnings
Do not take if allergic to tizanidine. Use caution if have liver disease or low blood pressure. Avoid alcohol.
Important Information
Tell your doctor about all medical conditions and medications. Follow dosing instructions carefully. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how Sirdalud affects you. Report severe side effects to your doctor immediately.
- Start at 2 mg taken orally three times per day.
- The dose can be increased slowly in 2-4 mg increments at intervals of 3-4 days.
- The usual maintenance dose is between 8-24 mg per day divided into 3 or 4 doses per day.
- The maximum total daily dose should not exceed 36 mg.
- Doses should be spaced evenly throughout the day (about 6-8 hours apart).
- Tablets are available in 2 mg and 4 mg strengths allowing for individualized dose titration.
- Patients with kidney disease often require dose adjustment or less frequent dosing intervals.
- If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible unless close to the next scheduled dose.
- Halve the dose when discontinuing Sirdalud or taper gradually under medical supervision.
- Always follow prescribing doctor’s detailed instructions for safe individualized Sirdalud dosage and timing schedule based on your health status.
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