Muscle Relaxant Agents Flashcards

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Action

A

Promote Relaxation in muscles that typically present with spasm that is a continuous, tonic contraction.

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Indications

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Muscle Spasms

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Side Effects

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Sedation
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Tolerance
Dependence

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4
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Implications for PT

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Therapist must be aware of potential side effects.

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Examples

A

Valium (Diazepam)
Flexeril (Cyclobenzaprine)
Paraflex (Chloroxazone)

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