Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Flexeril as follows: Flexeril, especially when taken in high doses, carries the risk of depressing the cardiovascular center in the brain, which regulates the heart rate and blood pressure. Consequently, intake of flexeril can result in low heart rate and blood pressure. Hypotension and bradycardia, secondary to flexeril intake, can contribute to the confusion and dizziness, thus significantly increasing the risk for fall and accidents. [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Flexeril as follows: Flexeril can also induce extreme dry mouth and constipation. Sucking on a sugar free hard candy can help with symptomatic relief of dry mouth. Proper hydration measures and compliance with daily fluid intake recommendations can help with relief from constipation. If you experience any further bothersome constipation, report it to your physician for a recommendation on laxative/stool softener use. Observing compliance with [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Flexeril as follows: Follow closely on the expiration date of the medication. If using a pillbox, check the expiration date on the medication container every time you fill the pillbox. If you are taking this medication for longer periods of time, set enough reminders to help yourself pick the refill before you run out on the medication. Also, you can avoid the unpleasant withdrawal response [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the contraindications of using Flexeril as follows: Flexeril use can result in difficulty with the flow of fluid in the eye that helps to maintain the eye pressure. This blockage in the flow of fluid in eye can contribute to increased pressure in the eye. Poor control of eye pressure can lead to retinal damage and blurred vision. Individuals with history of glaucoma (elevated eye pressure) must be aware of this [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the contraindications of using Flexeril as follows: Individuals with history of hyperthyroidism can inherently be at risk for cardiac arrhythmias. Use of flexeril is such individuals can increase the risk for arrhythmias significantly. So, flexeril use is either avoided in hyperthyroid individuals for a safer alternative or used with extreme caution and close follow-up for any signs of developing or worsening arrhythmias. Flexeril is mainly metabolized inside the body by the [...]