Muscle Spasms
Muscle Spasms are sudden, involuntary tightenings of muscle that can range from a brief twitch to a sustained cramp. They often affect the legs, back or neck and may come and go over time.
Key points
- Muscle Spasms can happen when a muscle is overused, tired, or held in one position for too long.
- Dehydration and electrolyte imbalances may increase the likelihood of spasms, especially during exercise or heat.
- The condition can affect any muscle group and sometimes recurs without a clear trigger.
Medicines listed for Muscle Spasms
Medicines listed for Muscle Spasms include muscle relaxants and antispasmodics. The listed products contain Baclofen, Cyclobenzaprine, methocarbamol, tizanidine and metaxalone, each available as a tablet. These classes of medicine act on the nervous system to help reduce involuntary muscle tightening.
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