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Suggest Dosage For Tizanidine
Question: I have pulled muscle in my shoulder. Dr.prescribed tizanidine. How often can i safely take it? 4mg.
Brief Answer:
three times a day unless special conditions apply
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
the usual dosage is 4mg three times per day unless you've got renal or liver problems. The dosage should be adjusted for renal problems according to the glomerular filtration rate (GFR). Patients with serious liver problems should avoid this drug.
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three times a day unless special conditions apply
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
the usual dosage is 4mg three times per day unless you've got renal or liver problems. The dosage should be adjusted for renal problems according to the glomerular filtration rate (GFR). Patients with serious liver problems should avoid this drug.
I hope you find my comments helpful!
You can contact me again, if you'd like any clarification or further information.
Kind Regards!
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