Cyclobenzaprine

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Aug 02, 2022

Drug Details


Common Brands:

Amrix, Fexmid, Flexeril (discontinued)

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Skeletal muscle relaxant

Forms:

Tablets, extended-release capsules

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

Muscle aches and pains

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Cyclobenzaprine Drug Class

Cyclobenzaprine (sai-cloh-ben-zah-preen) belongs to a group of medications called skeletal muscle relaxants.

Cyclobenzaprine Age Range

Cyclobenzaprine is approved for use in adults and children 15 years of age and older. The use and dose of cyclobenzaprine in pediatric patients below 15 years of age must be determined by a doctor.