Muscle Relaxants Flashcards
What is the generic name for the muscle relaxant commonly known as Flexeril?
Cyclobenzaprine
What action does Baclofen primarily have on the body?
It acts as a GABA-B receptor agonist, inhibiting neurotransmitter release and reducing muscle spasticity.
Which muscle relaxant is indicated for the treatment of spasticity associated with multiple sclerosis?
Baclofen
True or False: Dantrolene is used to treat malignant hyperthermia.
True
What is a common adverse effect of Carisoprodol?
Drowsiness
Fill in the blank: The brand name for Tizanidine is __________.
Zanaflex
Which muscle relaxant is contraindicated in patients with a history of liver disease?
Tizanidine
What is the primary action of Methocarbamol?
It acts as a central nervous system depressant, producing muscle relaxation.
What is the generic name for the muscle relaxant marketed as Skelaxin?
Metaxalone
Which muscle relaxant can cause hypotension as an adverse effect?
Tizanidine
What is the mechanism of action for Dantrolene?
It inhibits calcium release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum in skeletal muscles.
True or False: Muscle relaxants are primarily used to treat acute muscle spasms.
True
What is an important nursing consideration when administering Baclofen?
Monitor for signs of CNS depression and withdrawal symptoms.
What is the brand name for the muscle relaxant Carisoprodol?
Soma
Fill in the blank: Cyclobenzaprine is contraindicated in patients with __________.
Arrhythmias
What is a potential serious adverse effect of Dantrolene?
Hepatotoxicity
Which muscle relaxant is often used in the management of chronic pain conditions?
Baclofen
What is the primary indication for the use of Methocarbamol?
Muscle spasms due to acute musculoskeletal conditions.
True or False: Metaxalone is less sedating compared to other muscle relaxants.
True
What is a common side effect of Cyclobenzaprine?
Dry mouth
What should be monitored in patients receiving Tizanidine?
Blood pressure and liver function tests.
What is the mechanism of action of Cyclobenzaprine?
It acts primarily on the brainstem to reduce muscle tone.
Which muscle relaxant may cause serotonin syndrome when used with SSRIs?
Cyclobenzaprine
Fill in the blank: __________ is a muscle relaxant that is also used as an anesthetic.
Dantrolene
How should Baclofen be discontinued?
Gradually to avoid withdrawal symptoms.
What is the brand name for Methocarbamol?
Robaxin
True or False: Muscle relaxants are effective for treating chronic pain.
False
What is an important patient education point regarding Carisoprodol?
Avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants.
What is a key characteristic of Metaxalone compared to other muscle relaxants?
It has a lower sedative effect.
Which muscle relaxant is primarily used for spasticity due to spinal cord injury?
Baclofen
What is the duration of action for Tizanidine?
3 to 6 hours
What should be monitored in patients taking Dantrolene?
Liver function tests.
Fill in the blank: __________ is a muscle relaxant that may cause dizziness and confusion.
Carisoprodol
What is the primary use of Cyclobenzaprine?
Short-term treatment of muscle spasms.
True or False: Dantrolene is used to treat muscle spasms in chronic conditions.
False
What is a common adverse effect associated with Baclofen?
Sedation
What is the brand name for Carisoprodol?
Soma
What is the main action of Tizanidine?
Alpha-2 adrenergic agonist that decreases spasticity.
Which muscle relaxant can cause rebound hypertension if stopped abruptly?
Tizanidine
Fill in the blank: __________ is contraindicated in patients with significant renal impairment.
Tizanidine
What is a common side effect of Dantrolene?
Muscle weakness
What is an important consideration for nursing when administering muscle relaxants?
Assess for potential drug interactions.
Which muscle relaxant is often used in the management of acute low back pain?
Cyclobenzaprine
What is the action of Methocarbamol?
It acts as a central muscle relaxant.
True or False: All muscle relaxants have the same mechanism of action.
False
What is the generic name for the muscle relaxant marketed as Zanaflex?
Tizanidine
What is the primary indication for Dantrolene?
Management of malignant hyperthermia and spasticity.
What is a common adverse effect of Methocarbamol?
Dizziness
Fill in the blank: __________ is a skeletal muscle relaxant that is often used post-surgery.
Dantrolene
