DANTROLENE SODIUM (Generic for DANTRIUM)

Dantrolene Sodium 25mg, Oral capsule

Alcohol

· Severity: Moderate

· Notes for Consumers: It is best to limit or avoid alcohol while taking Dantrolene. You may feel drowsy or more tired when taking these drugs together. Dizziness may occur. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how these drugs affect you. Contact your prescriber immediately if you experience a seizure or notice any new or worsening side effects, such as muscle weakness.

· Notes for Professionals: Patients should limit or avoid alcohol during use of dantrolene. Alcohol may have additive effects with dantrolene, which may commonly cause drowsiness and dizziness. Muscle weakness has also been reported following use of dantrolene injection; some of these symptoms may persist for up to 48 hours. Caution should be exercised.

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