Dexilant (tizanidine) 2mg tabs
**Composition:**
- **Active Ingredient:** Tizanidine Hydrochloride
- **Strength:** 2 mg per tablet
- **Excipients:** May include lactose, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, and other inactive ingredients as per formulation requirements.
**Dosage:**
- **Initial Dose:** The typical starting dose for adults is 2 mg taken orally, up to three times a day.
- **Titration:** The dose may be increased based on individual response and tolerability. The maximum recommended dose is usually 36 mg per day, divided into multiple doses.
- **Administration:** Tizanidine can be taken with or without food, but it is advisable to maintain a consistent method of administration (either always with food or always without) to minimize variability in absorption.
**Indications:**
- Tizanidine is indicated for the management of spasticity associated with conditions such as:
- Multiple sclerosis
- Spinal cord injury
- Other neurological disorders that result in muscle spasticity
- It may also be used off-label for conditions such as:
- Chronic pain management
- Migraine prophylaxis
- Tension-type headaches
**Note:** Always consult a healthcare professional for personalized medical advice and before starting or adjusting any medication regimen.