Generic Name: Lorzone (chlorzoxazone)
Lorzone Reviews
For Muscle Spasm "I have been struggling with pain and fatigue from soft tissue damage after an auto accident. Dr. prescribed numerous medications. This one, by far, is at the top of the list as far as effectiveness and no side effects. Thank goodness I have it!"
For Muscle Spasm "I ALMOST DIED FROM LORZONE!!! Who ever took samples to a Pain Doctor's office knowing it can KILL you if you take other pain medicines with this KILL. I was not told this, I was just told to take two 750mg tablets a day. I swelled up in the face, hands and legs. I became so sick I had dark urine and could not eat as all I could do was throw up and have coffee ground diarrhea. I WAS GIVEN SAMPLES FROM A PAIN DOCTOR! No information was on the boxes! Before you take this make sure it goes with all your medicines you are on or you could DIE! (check your drug interactions) I MAY NEVER BE THE SAME. Who ever gave those samples to a pain Doctor's office they are trying to kill people!! I can not tell you how many days I took the samples as I lost my MEMORY! I called the company they are to blame for this in my book!"
For Muscle Spasm "I suffer from degenerative arthritis, bulging and herniated discs, as well as severe muscle spasms. I just took my first dose of this at 1500 mg, 3 times a day. There is no sleepy feeling, and finally, I have a little relief. Before Lorzone, I was on a strong muscle relaxer that didn't do much. Even with my Norco and Nucynta, I was in extreme pain and could barely breathe. After this first dose of Lorzone, I can breathe without the extreme pain. I still have pain in my spine and thoracic area, but it's more tolerable than before. I hope this continues to keep the severe pain away. I am on Medicare and disability, so I hope when the samples are over, the cost of the script isn't too high. I have high expectations of this medication, praying it works out well."
For Muscle Spasm "I've tried almost every muscle relaxer out on the market, nothing worked as well as Lorzone! It's been a Godsend for me. I have multiple chronic spinal issues, some that cause severe muscle spasms. Lorzone has made my life more bearable. It may take about a week when you first start to actually work on your spasms, then continue as directed and you'll notice a difference in the amount and severity of spasms. I've also noticed that within a week or two of stopping Lorzone, the spasms return. :( Unfortunately, I'll be on meds for the rest of my life. My insurance only pays a very small part of the cost, I use the coupon that Lorzone provides. Ask your doctor for it, it's on the box of samples they get from the company."
For Muscle Spasm "I just got a sample pack of Lorzone along with a prescription for it. I took it just a little bit ago and while sitting there with my neck, back, and legs cramping, all of a sudden, it was like a sort of rush came over me and a lot of the cramping and spasms just went away. Pretty awesome! I hope it continues to be this effective. I have a connective tissue disorder along with a long list of issues that stem from that. The only thing is, my doctor said it's very expensive. I'm on Medicare and disability. When I just dropped off the script, they said they have to get a pre-auth so insurance will cover it but I'm not sure how high my co-pay will be. I hope it's not too much so I can continue taking this!"
For Muscle Spasm "Was given these by my doctor due to back spasms and pain. I have been on steroids and Flexeril prior, but it didn't work. These work amazingly. Not only did my back and right leg stop the spasms, I had no more pain. I have not taken anything but these and am amazed so far. And I only take one a day."
For Muscle Spasm "I had a full shoulder repair done about 9 days ago. They stuck me on this, and when I first started taking it, the side effects were a little crazy, but after the initial 24 hours of taking it, it works absolutely amazing. I'm able to sleep. When I first started taking it, the doctor had recommended I take the whole pill, 750 milligrams, which I did. It knocked me out so I could sleep, and it was right after surgery. Now I'm down to a third of the pill, and it still works the same way. It's an amazing muscle relaxer, and I would recommend it to anybody. Some people may say that's not long enough on the medication to know whether or not it truly works, but I'm telling you, after a full shoulder repair, it works just fine. It works how it's supposed to."
For Muscle Spasm "Was taken off Flexeril and prescribed Lorzone. Took 1/3 of one pill. Two hours later, I didn't feel right. Pain in back, hard to take a deep breath, eyes dilated, face tingled, and lips swelled! Severe reaction required hospitalization. Be careful."
For Muscle Spasm "Increasing sciatica over 4 years; told by PT, 'don't climb hills.' Aggravated with physical demands of moving to a new place. More recent injury from a clumsy fall and subsequent hip surgery x2. Unclear where one starts/ends, etc., but have classic sciatica now. Remedial ice, rest, stretching, gentle rebounding all help temporarily. Valium is hit/miss. Lorzone is a bullseye. MRI shows 'typical lumbar changes' for 65 y/o with years of physical stressors compounded by unmindful posture in the name of 'getting the job done.' I hope this pill is as good long-term as short-term. Just picked up new script for it after using up freebie from MD."
For Muscle Spasm "This medication just about killed me! Numerous side effects, head foggy, vision blurry, loud audio, tongue and throat swollen, rapid heartbeat with tightening chest! Then tingling in the feet, and I blacked out! Happened numerous times all in this cycle. Ambulance ride to the E.R., then ICU! Stay away from this!"
For Muscle Spasm "Lorzone immensely improved my severe whiplash after just one dose (effects felt the next day). The first thing I noticed was that it relaxed my diaphragm, causing me to burp, and it relaxed other areas, causing me to cough regularly. Two thumbs up!"
For Muscle Spasm "Rx Lorzone 750 mg, bid. Took for 2 days, unable to tolerate. Caused vomiting, dizziness, felt like limbs coated in cement. It worked great on spasms. Headache and other side effects not worth taking the drug. Will stop and tell my doctor."
For Muscle Spasm "I was prescribed this medication in a dosage of 500 mg for severe back spasms that kept me from walking. It allowed me to walk a little bit longer before the pain kicked in. I rated it low because it mildly affected the spasms/pain while making me immediately sleepy."
For Muscle Spasm "I have moderate lower back pain and my doctor suggested I take Lorzone in case I have muscle spasm. Well I took the Lorzone 750mg and I had no side effects whatsoever (which is good) yet the pain is still there. I have an appointment for MRI soon. Hope I find out what is causing my pain."
For Muscle Spasm "I was prescribed Lorzone and was given a sample by my doctor. I took medicine around 6 PM went to bed at 11. Woke up at 1 pm with a condition very similar to getting a piece of food stuck in esophagus. I could breathe, but was unable to swallow. My saliva became thick and foamy and had to spit it into a cup. Had my wife take me to Emergency room. Had an endoscopy which when I woke up I was fine."
For Muscle Spasm "LORZONE IS AMAZING. I would recommend this muscle relaxer to anyone who doesn't want to feel drowsy or have the hangover feeling the next morning! I was prescribed the 750mg 3-4 times a day."
For Muscle Spasm "I was prescribed this for pain on the side of my back. I hate muscle relaxers since I don't like being drowsy. This doesn't make me sleepy AT ALL."
For Muscle Spasm "Lorzone really helps with the muscle spasms and pain; however, it KILLS my stomach even when taken with food and a stomach protection med."
For Muscle Spasm "Suffered severe liver problems. Almost hospitalized for liver failure. Once taken off, liver functions returned to normal in 4-6 weeks. Do not take this drug."
For Muscle Spasm "Medicine worked okay, but had to stop using because it caused serious liver problems. The benefits definitely did not outweigh the risk."
For Muscle Spasm "This is far superior to hydromorphone for controlling muscle spasticity."
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