.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.ATC.M.M03BB03 .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.ATC.M.M03BB03| name: | Chlorzoxazone |
| ATC code: | M03BB03 | route: | oral |
| n-compartments | 1 |
Chlorzoxazone is a centrally acting muscle relaxant used to relieve pain and discomfort caused by muscle spasms. It is often prescribed in combination with other treatments for musculoskeletal conditions. While once commonly used, its presence on the market has diminished in some countries due to concerns over hepatotoxicity, but it is still approved and marketed in several regions.
Pharmacokinetics reported in healthy adult volunteers, both male and female.
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