Rhabdomyolysis: a manifestation of cyclobenzaprine toxicity
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A case of cyclobenzaprine (flexeril) overdose and the resultant rhabdomyolysis is presented. A review of the range of clinical toxicity, management of overdose is described. The similarity of cyclobenzaprine to the tricyclic antidepressant class is emphasized; this report attempts to disseminate related information on this commonly prescribed centrally acting muscle relaxant.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology (London, England)
دوره 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2006