What is "cyclobenzaprine"

n. A particular antidepressant generally prescribed as an analgesic and muscle relaxant.

n. muscle relaxant (trade name Flexeril) used for muscle spasms or acute injury [syn: Flexeril]

Cyclobenzaprine, brand name Flexeril among others, is a muscle relaxer medication used to relieve skeletal muscle spasms and associated pain in acute musculoskeletal conditions. It is the best-studied drug for this application. It has also been used off-label for fibromyalgia treatment.

As of 2015 the cost for a typical course of medication in the United States is less than $25.