Brand Name
Dantrium Capsules

Common Name
dantrolene

Where can I order Dantrium From? Can I buy Dantrium at Canadian Prices?

Yes, if you are from the U.S. then you can buy Dantrium at Canadian prices. Currently we will only accept an order for Dantrium from U.S. and Canadian residents. Both U.S. and Canadian residents require a prescription to purchase Dantrium and when you order Dantrium it will be delivered with express shipping.

How does Dantrium work? What will it do for me?

Dantrium belongs to a group of medicines known as muscle relaxants. Dantrium capsules are used to treat people with chronic muscle spasms caused by conditions such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, or spinal cord injury. Dantrium helps these symptoms by preventing contractions or spasms of the muscles.

Dantrium capsules may also be used before surgery for people at risk of malignant hyperthermia and for follow-up treatment of this condition. Malignant hyperthermia is a syndrome of muscle rigidity and greatly increased body temperature that can be caused by a reaction to certain anaesthetics. If left untreated, malignant hyperthermia can lead to death.

Your doctor may have suggested Dantrium for conditions other than the ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking Dantrium, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking Dantrium without consulting your doctor.

How should I use Dantrium?

The usual starting dose for adults is 25 mg once daily. The dose is then increased gradually until the best dose is found, based on individual response and needs. The best dose is the lowest dose that will control the muscle spasms. Most people respond to doses of 400 mg daily (given in divided doses, usually as 100 mg four times daily) or less. Children's dosing is based on body weight. Children should not be given doses higher than 100 mg four times daily.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is very important that Dantrium be used on a regular schedule as prescribed by the doctor. If you miss a dose of Dantrium, check with your health care professional. Do not double-up on doses.

What side effects are possible with Dantrium?

The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Dantrium. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Dantrium with your doctor. Your health professional may be able to help you deal with some of the effects.

The following side effects may go away as your body becomes used to the medication; check with your doctor if they continue or become bothersome.

More common:

diarrhea (mild)
dizziness or lightheadedness
drowsiness
general feeling of discomfort or illness
muscle weakness
nausea or vomiting
unusual tiredness
Less common:

abdominal or stomach cramps or discomfort
blurred or double-vision or any change in vision
chills and fever
constipation (mild)
difficulty swallowing
frequent urge to urinate or uncontrolled urination
headache
loss of appetite
slurring of speech or other speech problems
sudden decrease in amount of urine
trouble sleeping
unusual nervousness
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common:

bloody or dark urine
chest pain
confusion
constipation (severe)
depression
diarrhea (severe)
difficult urination
skin rash, hives, or itching
yellow eyes or skin
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common:

convulsions (seizures)
pain, tenderness, changes in skin colour, or swelling of foot or leg
shortness of breath or slow or troubled breathing
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Dantrium.

Are there any other precautions or warnings for Dantrium?

Heart function: While taking Dantrium, people with heart disease should be closely monitored by their doctors.

Liver injury: Dantrium capsules may be toxic to the liver, or worsen existing liver damage. The risk of liver injury is greater for women, people over 35 years of age, and people taking other medications. If you have liver disease, talk to your doctor about whether you should use Dantrium. People using Dantrium will likely have liver tests before and during use.

Occupational hazards: Dantrium may temporarily cause drowsiness, which may impair your ability to drive or operate machinery. These effects should only last about a week. Avoid hazardous tasks for the first week of treatment.

Pregnancy: Dantrium should not be used during pregnancy, unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you are or may be pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Dantrium.

Breast-feeding: Dantrium should not be used by women who are breast-feeding.

Children: Dantrium capsules should not be used by children under five years of age, as the safety and effectiveness of the capsules has not been established for this age group.

What other drugs could interact with Dantrium?

Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications that you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:
stop taking one of the medications,
change one of the medications to another,
change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
leave everything as is.
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. In many cases, interactions are intended or are managed by close monitoring. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

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