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Gloucester Point, VA
April 5, 2025
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Members responding to the question about muscle relaxers for Parkinson's-related stiffness shared a range of approaches, from prescribed... Read more

Members responding to the question about muscle relaxers for Parkinson's-related stiffness shared a range of approaches, from prescribed medications to lifestyle choices. Several members mentioned taking muscle relaxers like Tizanidine and cyclobenzaprine, with one noting it helped after painful muscle spasms, while others were cautious since many muscle relaxers can worsen Parkinson's symptoms. A recurring theme was the importance of keeping additional medications to a minimum and working closely with a doctor, alongside uplifting non-medication strategies like daily exercise and gospel music.

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

My doctor asked me to keep all additional meds to a minimum. PD meds are complicated enough as it is.

April 12, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I just had a conversation with my primary. There are a lot of drugs that make Parkinson's worse. Many muscle relaxers do. I'm very careful about adding anything to my daily meds

April 5, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

@A MyParkinsonsTeam Member I would like to know the active ingredient in Tizanadine that you use

April 7, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I take Tizanadine. Have taken it since before my diagnosis. Not sure if it is helping or not🤷🏻‍♀️

April 6, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I exercise daily

April 5, 2025

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