cyclobenzaprine

n. a drug used for the treatment of acute skeletal muscle spasm (see muscle relaxant). Structurally related to the tricyclic antidepressants, it has many features in common with them, including sedation and significant anticholinergic effects. Low doses are moderately effective in treating fibromyalgia. Because of its resemblance to the tricyclic drugs, cyclobenzaprine should not be taken concurrently with monoamine oxidase inhibitors. U.S. trade name: Flexeril.

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May 10th 2024

developmental milestone

any aspect of physical, cognitive, social, or emotional development that is significant and predictable, such that children throughout the world develop this ability, characteristic, or behavior at about the same time. Developmental milestones include presence of first teeth and language acquisition.