Spray and Stretch Alternatives Compared
Spray and Stretch | Cyclobenzaprine | Tizanidine |
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Spray and Stretch (pentafluoropropane / tetrafluoroethane) | Cyclobenzaprine | Tizanidine |
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Over-the-counter
Prescribed for Pain, Muscle Spasm. Spray and Stretch may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Prescription only
Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant that may be used short-term to treat muscle spasms caused by musculoskeletal conditions, in addition to rest and physical therapy. Sedation is a common side... View more |
Prescription only
Tizanidine relieves muscle spasms but may cause sleepiness, a drop in blood pressure, and sedation. The dosage should be individualized and because it only lasts for a short time in the body, can be... View more |
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More about (pentafluoropropane / tetrafluoroethane) | More about Cyclobenzaprine | More about Tizanidine | ||||||||||||||||
Ratings & Reviews | ||||||||||||||||||
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Cyclobenzaprine has an average rating of 5.9 out of 10 from a total of 611 ratings on Drugs.com. 47% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 31% reported a negative effect. |
Tizanidine has an average rating of 6.1 out of 10 from a total of 375 ratings on Drugs.com. 48% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 29% reported a negative effect. |
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Side Effects | ||||||||||||||||||
See also: Spray and Stretch side effects in more detail. |
See also: cyclobenzaprine side effects in more detail. |
See also: tizanidine side effects in more detail. |
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Generic Availability | ||||||||||||||||||
N/A |
Lower cost generic |
Lower cost generic |
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Pricing and Coupons * Prices are without insurance | ||||||||||||||||||
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View all cyclobenzaprine prices |
View all tizanidine prices |
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Dosage Forms Available | ||||||||||||||||||
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Brand Names | ||||||||||||||||||
Other pentafluoropropane / tetrafluoroethane brands include: CryoDose TA, Gebauer's Spray and Stretch, Instant Ice, Pain Ease Medium Stream, Pain Ease Mist | Amrix, Comfort Pac with Cyclobenzaprine | Zanaflex | ||||||||||||||||
Half Life The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. | ||||||||||||||||||
N/A |
72 hours |
2.5 hours |
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CSA Schedule ** View glossary of terms | ||||||||||||||||||
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Pregnancy Category | ||||||||||||||||||
Category N
Not classified
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category B
No proven risk in humans
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
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Drug Interactions | ||||||||||||||||||
No known drug interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
A total of 443 drugs are known to interact with cyclobenzaprine:
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A total of 612 drugs are known to interact with tizanidine:
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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Disease Interactions | ||||||||||||||||||
No known disease interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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First Approval Date | ||||||||||||||||||
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August 26, 1977 |
November 27, 1996 |
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WADA Class View World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. | ||||||||||||||||||
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
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