Flexeril for Fibromyalgia
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Flexeril as a Fibromyalgia Treatment



Flexeril for Fibromyalgia

Flexeril may be prescribed to you by your doctor for your fibromyalgia stiffness. Flexeril is a relaxant for muscles. It's used to treat muscle spasms. Tell us your experience with Flexeril for fibromyalgia. Rate this fibromyalgia treatment below.

Treatment Ratings for FMS Symptoms
Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief 2.60 2.60
Myofasical Trigger Point Pain Relief 2.13 2.13
More Energy / Mental Clarity 1.89 1.89
Better Sleep 5.78 5.78
No Side Effects 7.30 7.30
Convenience 9.10 9.10
Cost/Benefit 6.80 6.80
 
Depression Relief 1.50 1.50
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief   2.14 2.14
Genitourinary Problem Relief 1.00 1.00
Skin Problem Relief 1.00 1.00
Hyopoglycemia Relief 1.00 1.00



Based on 10 rating(s) & review(s).






Helps with sleep sometimes   10/07/08
Reviewed by:     Texas, USA
 Sometimes the Flexeril helps me sleep. But, most of the time I am in too much pain to sleep. I am on Cymbalta, Lyrica,Darvocet and Flexiril. I would hate to think what my pain level would be without these, but, at the same time, I feel like I get little or no relief. I agree with many of the other writers. There has to be something out there to help. I also have Rheumatoid Arthritis. So, My pain level stays at at least an 8 on a scale of 1-10. I cannot stand longer than 5 minutes without being in so much pain my knees begin to buckle. I am sick of not being the wife, mother and grandma that I want to be. My family has taken my drivers lisence from me because of the FM fog. I have found a really good websit that offers a wonderful way to explain the pain we live in. It is www.butyoudontlooksick.com

Treatment Time Frame: 1 Year
Treatment Frequency: 2 Times Per Day
Dosage: 10 mg

Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief 4.00 4
Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief n/a n/a
More Energy / Mental Clarity 1.00 1
Better Sleep 8.00 8
No Side Effects 8.00 8
Convenience 10.00 10
Cost/Benefit 10.00 10
 
Depression Relief 1.00 1
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief   n/a n/a
Genitourinary Problem Relief n/a n/a
Skin Problem Relief n/a n/a
Hypoglycemia Relief n/a n/a

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Not a suitable Fibro treatment   05/07/08
Reviewed by:     Location Not Given
 This drug works for about a week and a half, then after that no effects can be felt at all. I am still in SEVERE pain all the time with no relief. The side effects are pretty bad as well. It makes you feel quite groggy in the morning, not wanting to even see daylight. It also causes constapation so if you do take Flexeril remember to consume LOTS of fiber! I would not recommend this to anyone, unless it is being used as a sleep aid.
Treatment Time Frame: 4 Months
Treatment Frequency: 1 Time Per Day
Dosage: 10 mg

Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief 2.00 2
Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief 1.00 1
More Energy / Mental Clarity 1.00 1
Better Sleep n/a n/a
No Side Effects 7.00 7
Convenience 10.00 10
Cost/Benefit 10.00 10
 
Depression Relief 1.00 1
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief   1.00 1
Genitourinary Problem Relief n/a n/a
Skin Problem Relief n/a n/a
Hypoglycemia Relief n/a n/a

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DID NOT HELP   03/07/08
Reviewed by:     Location Not Given
 I HAVE BEEN PRESCRIBED THIS TWICE BY THE SAME DOCTOR AND FINALLY I HOPE SHE UNDERSTANDS THIS DOES NOT BRING ME ANY RELEIFE AT ALL. I HAVE BEEN SUFFERING FOR TWO YEARS NOW AND HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO WORK FOR OVER A YEAR NOW.I HAVE TWO CHILDREN AND WOULD LOVE TO HAVE MY LIFE BACK.I STARTED TO CRY WHILE EXPLAINING MY PAIN TO MY DOCTOR AND SHE SAID I WAS DEPRESSED.WELL YEAH SHE WOULD BE TOO IF SHE HURT AS BAD AS ME.
Treatment Time Frame: 1 Month
Treatment Frequency: 2 Times Per Day
Dosage: 20 mg

Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief 1.00 1
Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief 1.00 1
More Energy / Mental Clarity 1.00 1
Better Sleep 1.00 1
No Side Effects 9.00 9
Convenience 10.00 10
Cost/Benefit 1.00 1
 
Depression Relief 1.00 1
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief   1.00 1
Genitourinary Problem Relief n/a n/a
Skin Problem Relief n/a n/a
Hypoglycemia Relief n/a n/a

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There are better muscle relaxants out there   08/17/07
Reviewed by:     New York, USA
 flexeril may be cheap, but the side effects (really sleepy/dopey so i couldn't function) were not worth it. zanaflex only lasts in the blood stream for 6 hours, so it only makes me drowsy between the 1 hour and 2 hours after taking it, and if i take it at bedtime, it acts as a sleep aide.
Treatment Time Frame: Over 5 Years
Treatment Frequency: Tried it 1 Time
Dosage: Less than 10 mg

Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief 1.00 1
Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief 1.00 1
More Energy / Mental Clarity n/a n/a
Better Sleep 1.00 1
No Side Effects 3.00 3
Convenience 10.00 10
Cost/Benefit 1.00 1
 
Depression Relief n/a n/a
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief   n/a n/a
Genitourinary Problem Relief n/a n/a
Skin Problem Relief n/a n/a
Hypoglycemia Relief n/a n/a

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fibromyalgia   07/07/07
Reviewed by:     Location Not Given
 flexiril helps fibromyalgia
Treatment Time Frame: 1 Week
Treatment Frequency: 1 Time Per Day
Dosage: 10 mg

Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief 7.00 7
Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief n/a n/a
More Energy / Mental Clarity 5.00 5
Better Sleep 9.00 9
No Side Effects 5.00 5
Convenience 10.00 10
Cost/Benefit 10.00 10
 
Depression Relief n/a n/a
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief   1.00 1
Genitourinary Problem Relief n/a n/a
Skin Problem Relief 1.00 1
Hypoglycemia Relief n/a n/a

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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

 Fantastic for insomnia   06/28/07
Reviewed by:     Location Not Given
 I have been taking Flexeril for several months. I was originally put on 5mg for daytime use which did nothing for me. I soon developed muscle spasms and tics at which time my rheumatologist upped the dosage to 10mg at bedtime. This has been a lifesaver for me! I was suffering from insomnia which aggravated all of my symptoms. Within an hour, I am ready for sleep and will sleep deeply all night. Highly recommend for insomniacs..I do not recommend for daytime use.
Treatment Time Frame: 6 Months
Treatment Frequency: 1 Time Per Day
Dosage: 10 mg

Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief 2.00 2
Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief 2.00 2
More Energy / Mental Clarity 1.00 1
Better Sleep 10.00 10
No Side Effects 10.00 10
Convenience 10.00 10
Cost/Benefit 10.00 10
 
Depression Relief 1.00 1
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief   1.00 1
Genitourinary Problem Relief 1.00 1
Skin Problem Relief 1.00 1
Hypoglycemia Relief 1.00 1

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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

 A Muscle relaxer   10/30/06
Reviewed by:     Northwest, Wisconsin, USA
 Well I have had trouble with this drug. I took a half tab and within 20 minutes I felt like i was being prepped for surgery. you know that awful groggy feeling you get when you have to count back from 10 to be put under, well that is how I felt.I walked around the room and I felt as though my body was going to melt down to the floor and my husband said I was slurring alot. I had no control over anything. Yes it is a Muscle relaxer I understand that. But I don't like the feeling I can't have any control over my own body even though it did help with a little of the pain. It is a good drug to be prepped for surgery and that is all it is good for.
Treatment Time Frame: 1 Week
Treatment Frequency: 3 Times Per Day
Dosage: 10 mg

Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief 2.00 2
Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief 2.00 2
More Energy / Mental Clarity 1.00 1
Better Sleep 3.00 3
No Side Effects 3.00 3
Convenience 2.00 2
Cost/Benefit 2.00 2
 
Depression Relief n/a n/a
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief   1.00 1
Genitourinary Problem Relief n/a n/a
Skin Problem Relief n/a n/a
Hypoglycemia Relief n/a n/a

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Flexeril   11/08/05
Reviewed by:     Location Not Given
 Works best for me--helps me sleep.
Treatment Time Frame: Over 5 Years
Treatment Frequency: 1 Time Per Day
Dosage: 10 mg

Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief 5.00 5
Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief 5.00 5
More Energy / Mental Clarity 5.00 5
Better Sleep 9.00 9
No Side Effects 10.00 10
Convenience 10.00 10
Cost/Benefit 10.00 10
 
Depression Relief 2.00 2
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief   2.00 2
Genitourinary Problem Relief n/a n/a
Skin Problem Relief n/a n/a
Hypoglycemia Relief n/a n/a

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1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

 Flexeril   08/21/05
Reviewed by:     Strafford, New Hampshire, USA
 I take the flexeril at night and it helps keep the muscles from spasming. I've been able to wake up without stiffness and it has reduced overall pain by about 10-15%. I only take it at night because it does make me drowsy, so it helps with the insomnia. It would be virtually impossible to function if I took it during the day.

Treatment Time Frame: Over 5 Years
Treatment Frequency: 1 Time Per Day
Dosage: 20 mg

Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief 1.00 1
Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief 4.00 4
More Energy / Mental Clarity 1.00 1
Better Sleep 10.00 10
No Side Effects 9.00 9
Convenience 10.00 10
Cost/Benefit 10.00 10
 
Depression Relief 3.00 3
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief   8.00 8
Genitourinary Problem Relief n/a n/a
Skin Problem Relief n/a n/a
Hypoglycemia Relief n/a n/a

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0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

 Useless   07/20/05
Reviewed by:     Location Not Given
 Just being honest here. The ratings speak for itself.
Treatment Time Frame: 1 Year
Treatment Frequency: 3 Times Per Day
Dosage: n/a

Fibromyalgia Tender Point Pain Relief 1.00 1
Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Relief 1.00 1
More Energy / Mental Clarity 1.00 1
Better Sleep 1.00 1
No Side Effects 9.00 9
Convenience 9.00 9
Cost/Benefit 4.00 4
 
Depression Relief n/a n/a
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief   n/a n/a
Genitourinary Problem Relief n/a n/a
Skin Problem Relief n/a n/a
Hypoglycemia Relief n/a n/a

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