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List of Common Muscle Relaxers

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Muscle relaxers are used in addition to rest, physical therapy, and other measures to relieve discomfort. They are typically prescribed for short-term use to treat acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions. Muscle relaxers are occasionally prescribed for chronic pain (pain lasting longer than 3 months). Muscle relaxers are not a class of drugs—meaning they do not all … Read more

What are Skeletal Muscle Relaxants?

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Muscle relaxers, or muscle relaxants, are medications used to treat muscle spasms or muscle spasticity. Skeletal muscle relaxants are drugs that are used to relax and reduce tension in muscles. They are more simply referred to as muscle relaxants. Some work in the brain or spinal cord to block or dampen down excessively stimulated nerve … Read more