Generic name: Chlorzoxazone
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is Eze D.S.?
Chlorzoxazone is a muscle relaxer that is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury.
Chlorzoxazone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use chlorzoxazone if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Chlorzoxazone is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- liver disease.
How should I use Eze D.S.
Use Eze D.S. (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Chlorzoxazone is usually taken 3 or 4 times per day. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Chlorzoxazone is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include rest, physical therapy, or other pain relief measures. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. take two doses at one time. Do not
Eze D.S. side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. signs of an allergic reaction
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:
- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
- skin rash, itching, or redness;
- liver problems--stomach pain (upper right side), loss of appetite, vomiting, fever, unusual tiredness, dark urine, or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); or
- signs of stomach bleeding--bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
- drowsiness;
- dizziness; or
- general ill feeling.
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Eze D.S.?
Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.
Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.