General Information

Dantrium (Dantrolene Sodium) is used to relax muscles which are in spasm as a result of spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy, stroke, or multiple sclerosis. It is of particular help for those patients whose rehabilitation is being slowed down by muscle spasm. This medication helps lessen muscle pain and stiffness. This will also improve your ability to move around and lets you do more of your daily activities.

 

How does Dantrium (Dantrolene Sodium) work?

Following absorption of the capsules, your body gradually absorbs Dantrium (Dantrolene Sodium) into the bloodstream. It is where it travels to reach its target site which is the muscles. This drug is different from the other muscle relaxant medications. That it acts straight on the muscle tissues to cause relaxation. It does this by preventing the release of calcium within muscle cells, which is a key mediator in muscle contraction. This afterward leads to relaxation of the involved muscles. Dantrium (Dantrolene Sodium) may also have centrally mediated effects like acting on the brain, but it is not known whether this is significant in causing muscle relaxation.

 

Why use Dantrium (Dantrolene Sodium)?

Dantrium contains Dantrolene Sodium as an active ingredient. This medication belongs to the group of treatments called muscle relaxants. Dantrium is supplied as capsules with 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg for oral administration. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has already approved this drug. This may also be used with other medications to treat and prevent special cases of high fever which is malignant hyperthermia. It is related to anesthesia and surgery.

 

How to use Dantrium (Dantrolene Sodium)?

The recommended dosage for Dantrium (Dantrolene Sodium) is based on your condition and response.

This is usually taken not more than 400milligrams per day. Take it by mouth with a full glass of water. You should take it exactly as directed by your doctor. Take it at the same time each day. Do not change the dosage or dosing schedule without consulting your doctor.

 

What are the side-effects of Dantrium (Dantrolene Sodium)?

• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Weakness
• Nausea
• Tiredness
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea as the body adjusts to this medication, which lessens after several days

 

Warnings and Precautions

• Consult your doctor first if you are breastfeeding women or pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking this medication, call your doctor right away.
• Do not take this medication to treat any other complaints unless your doctor tells you to.
• This may cause drowsiness or dizziness that may affect your alertness. Do not drive or use any machinery.