Dantrolene: What Should I Avoid While Taking Dantrolene
Content provided by Cerner Multum, Inc.
What should I avoid while taking dantrolene?
 | Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Dantrolene may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities. |
 | Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking dantrolene. |
Weakness in grip, leg muscles, and swallowing may occur. Use caution, especially when climbing stairs and eating meals, to prevent falls and choking.
 | Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. Dantrolene may increase the sensitivity of your skin to sunlight. Use a sunscreen and wear protective clothing when exposure to the sun is unavoidable. |
| Last updated: | July 29, 2004 |
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