What is Dantrolene?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: DantroleneBrand:
Dantrolene is a muscle relaxant used to treat spasticity associated with upper motor neuron disorders; to prevent and treat malignant hyperthermia. It may also be used for neuroleptic malignant syndrome, a life-threatening disorder most often caused by an adverse reaction to certain drugs.
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How do members experience Dantrolene?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stiffness/spasticity | 28 | 23 | |
| Muscle tension | 7 | 12 | |
| Cerebral palsy | 4 | 0 | |
| Muscle spasms | 3 | 12 | |
| Multiple sclerosis | 2 | 7 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Seizures | 2 | |
| Constipation | 1 | |
| Drowsiness | 1 | |
| Dry mouth | 1 | |
| Elevated liver enzymes | 1 | |
| Itching | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 2 | |
| Moderate | 6 | |
| Mild | 8 | |
| None | 22 |
Member evaluations
nsingle1
evaluated on Mar 18, 2022
- Perceived effectiveness for muscle spasms: Major
- Side effects: None
gecc4
evaluated on Jan 15, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for stiffness/spasticity: Slight
- Side effects: None
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