Parafon Forte (Chlorzoxazone) Patient Information: Missed a Dose and What Should I Avoid at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Parafon Forte Patient Information including If I Miss a Dose

What happens if I miss a dose (Parafon Forte)?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose (Parafon Forte)?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. An overdose of chlorzoxazone can be fatal.

Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, muscle weakness, shallow breathing, or fainting.

What should I avoid while taking chlorzoxazone (Parafon Forte)?

Chlorzoxazone can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.

Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of chlorzoxazone.

Cold or allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression or anxiety can add to sleepiness caused by chlorzoxazone. Tell your doctor if you regularly use any of these medicines, or any other muscle relaxer.

What other drugs will affect chlorzoxazone (Parafon Forte)?

There may be other drugs that can interact with chlorzoxazone. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about chlorzoxazone.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed

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