Cyclobenzaprine is a skeletal muscle relaxant. It is marketed as Flexeril (5 and 10 mg tablets). The 10 milligram tablets are available generically. Structurally, the drug resembles the tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) Elavil and has the same effect profile. This is an example of the side-effects of one drug being the primary effects desired for another; in this case, the anti-muscarinic effects, especially at the neuromuscular junction, produce skeletal muscle relaxation for cyclobenzaprine whereas they are considered ataxia when a TCA is administered for depression.

Cyclobenzaprine is typically prescribed to relieve pain and discomfort caused by muscle injuries including strains and sprains.

Common side effects include drowsiness and blurred vision.
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