Chlorzoxazone Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 24, 2023.

Usual Adult Dose for Muscle Spasm

Initial dose: 250 to 500 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day

• If inadequate response, may increase to 750 mg orally 3 or 4 times a day

Comments:

• The dose should be reduced as improvement occurs.

Use: As an adjunct to rest, physical therapy, and other measures for the relief of discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions.

Renal Dose Adjustments

No adjustments recommended

Liver Dose Adjustments

Use with caution; discontinue immediately if signs or symptoms of hepatotoxicity or abnormal liver enzymes (e.g., AST, ALT, alkaline phosphatase and bilirubin) develop

Precautions

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

• Known intolerance to the drug

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 18 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

• Take orally

Monitoring:

• Monitor for hepatotoxicity including liver function tests as warranted.

Patient advice:

• Patients should be instructed to immediately report signs or symptoms of hepatotoxicity such as fever, rash, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, right upper quadrant pain, dark urine, or jaundice.
• Patients should be advised to speak with their health care provider regarding concomitant use of alcohol or other central nervous system depressants as these may have an additive effect.

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