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Members responding to a question about muscle relaxants overwhelmingly confirmed that they do help with muscle spasms and cramping, with... Read more

Members responding to a question about muscle relaxants overwhelmingly confirmed that they do help with muscle spasms and cramping, with Flexeril being the most commonly mentioned medication, though many noted it causes significant drowsiness that limits daytime use. Several members shared practical strategies, including taking muscle relaxants only at night to avoid sleeping through the day, trying different medications like Robaxin or Azor to find what works best, exploring over-the-counter options like Muscle Ezze PM, and taking them as needed rather than on a strict schedule when possible. A recurring theme was the importance of finding a doctor who trusts you and understands fibromyalgia well enough to prescribe what helps, even for long-term use, though one member cautioned that extended use of muscle relaxants may potentially cause liver damage.