HOw much can you take at one time. It says 3 times a day.
I would like to know as well. I accidentally took a second dose. I have a lot of meds I take at night and long story short did a double dose. So now I have 8 mg of Tizanidine on board:-( Defintley feeling like I could drop at any point. So tired! Im afraid to sleep tho! I want to wake up!! Please help. Should I go to ER or call. I feel so stupid!
You will be fine.
can I take 8mg of tizanidine at night?
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Hi, guest.
The recommended dosage for tizanidine, a medication used to treat muscle spasms, can vary depending on individual factors and the specific instructions provided by your healthcare professional. Therefore, it is important to consult with your doctor or pharmacist before making any changes to your dosage.
Typically, the starting dose for tizanidine is 2 mg, taken two or three times daily. The dosage may be gradually increased based on your response to the medication and any side effects experienced. The maximum recommended daily dose is generally 36 mg.
Can you tell us more about your previous medical history and why you are using tizanidine?
The recommended dosage for tizanidine, a medication used to treat muscle spasms, can vary depending on individual factors and the specific instructions provided by your healthcare professional. Therefore, it is important to consult with your doctor or pharmacist before making any changes to your dosage.
Typically, the starting dose for tizanidine is 2 mg, taken two or three times daily. The dosage may be gradually increased based on your response to the medication and any side effects experienced. The maximum recommended daily dose is generally 36 mg.
Can you tell us more about your previous medical history and why you are using tizanidine?