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Can Cyclobenzaprine Dosage Be Increased For Chronic Muscle Cramps?
I brought my son home from the hospital today. He was in for 5 days. They did a lumbar puncture and poked and punctured him 6 times. We know this because they did a blood patch and that is what the doctor who did the patch said. The patch helped, however, the muscle cramps and spasms are back. He was given a prescription of cyclobenzapr 5mg per tablet to be taken twice a day. Doesn t seem to last long enough. Can I increase the dosage? He is 22 yrs old weighing 208 pounds. He is a weight lifter.
Sat, 4 Aug 2018
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The dose of Cyclobenzamine varies, it can be increased to 7.5 mg to 10 mg three times a day but it would be best to speak to his doctor before adjusting the dose.
He may also need additional medication for relief.
I hope this helps.
The dose of Cyclobenzamine varies, it can be increased to 7.5 mg to 10 mg three times a day but it would be best to speak to his doctor before adjusting the dose.
He may also need additional medication for relief.
I hope this helps.
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