: These are typically used for acute musculoskeletal pain and spasms (like back strains). Common examples include cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril), methocarbamol (Robaxin), and carisoprodol (Soma).
: These treat chronic muscle hypertonicity (stiffness) caused by neurological conditions like multiple sclerosis or cerebral palsy. Common examples include baclofen (Lioresal), tizanidine (Zanaflex), and dantrolene (Dantrium). Common Muscle Relaxants Methocarbamol - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf muscle relaxant
Muscle relaxants are prescription medications used to treat muscle pain, spasms, and spasticity. They are generally categorized into two main groups based on what they treat: : These are typically used for acute musculoskeletal