Flexeril ?

[mike s]

I'm a recovering alcoholic & have had issues with pain meds. I was just prescribed Flexeril for pain & sleep problems. Has anyone heard of this medication & is there a potential for abuse ? Thanks, Mike

[g8trgrl15]

Yes, just like almost all meds it can be addictive.. It is actually a muscle relaxant. Most people I know that's taken it including myself were very groggy and irritable the next morning.. it has a lasting effect. Everyone's different though! Good luck

[Winnie31]

Mike,

I do know that Flexeril is a muscle relaxant. As for abuse I would assume that it would be just because of the ability to help with sleep.

[mike s]

Thanks for your responses. Maybe I'm just paranoid. I've been in a deep depression for months & I've been fighting with the urge to relapse with booze & Vicodin. I guess I'm very vulnerable right now. Thanks, Mike

[g8trgrl15]

I think most of us are vulnerable.. at least if you're going through detox. So I know what you mean. How long have you been clean? Just remember, it's worse to go back to where you were.. you don't wanna do that. The flexaril is definately better than the other stuff..