Tizanidne (TiZANidine)

Generic Name

TiZANidine

Brand Names

Tizanidne, Ontralfy, Zanaflex, Tizandine

FDA approval date: July 03, 2002

Classification: Central alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonist

Form: Tablet, Capsule, Solution

What is Tizanidne (TiZANidine)?

TizanidineTablets, USP is a central alpha-2-adrenergic agonist indicated for themanagement of spasticity. Because of the short duration of therapeutic effect,treatment with Tizanidine Tablets, USP should be reserved for those dailyactivities and times when relief of spasticity is most important [ see Dosage andAdministration.

Approved To Treat

Spasticity

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