Parafon Forte DSC
(chlorzoxazone)
Relieves muscle pain caused by spasms.
Our bottom line
While Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone) can be used to treat muscle pain, it can have bad side effects.
- Drug class: Neuro/psych
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (chlorzoxazone)
Upsides
- Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone) works just as well as other medicines used for muscle pain caused by spasms.
- Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone) is available in generic.
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Downsides
- For muscle pain such as back or neck pain, anti-inflammatory medicines like ibuprofen or naproxen are preferred over Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone).
- Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone) is not recommended if you're over 65 because it can make you more sleepy and more likely to break your bones.
- Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone) works best with physical therapy and rest.
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Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone) reduces muscle spasms by interrupting signals sent from your spinal cord to your muscle.
- Drug class: Neuro/psych
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (chlorzoxazone)
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What to expect when you take Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone) for Muscle pain
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- Possible side effects
- Drowsiness and dizziness
- Liver damage
It can take time for a drug to start working, or for some side effects to go away.
Source: FDA product label and Iodine pharmacistsSide effect rates for Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone)
Manufacturers don’t say how common these side effects are when taking chlorzoxazone for muscle pain
- Stomach bleeding
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Skin rash
Risks and Warnings for Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone)
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- › Taking acetaminophen (Tylenol) with Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone)
People have suffered liver damage while taking Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone). This is very rare. Symptoms include fever, rash, lack of appetite, abdominal pain, dark urine or yellowing of the skin and eyes. Call your doctor right away if this happens.
Common concerns from people taking Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?The FDA hasn’t classified this medicine’s effects on unborn babies. Talk with your doctor about this medicine if you’re pregnant or planning on it.
Tip: Always talk with your doctor before you take any medication while pregnant.- Don't use with narcotics, anxiety medicines, antihistamines, and alcohol. The combination can slow down your breathing and be deadly. Talk to your doctor if you should change how you take your other medicines while you take Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone).
- Don't drink alcohol or take any narcotics because it can slow your breathing.
- Can harm your liver so avoid use with Tylenol or other medicines that also affect your liver.
- For muscle pain such as back or neck pain, anti-inflammatory medicines like ibuprofen or naproxen are preferred over Parafon Forte DSC (chlorzoxazone).
- Can make you sleepy. Don't drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
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