Do muscle relaxers calm you down? Exploring the sedative side effects
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According to studies, drowsiness is a primary side effect of most prescription muscle relaxers, with some, like cyclobenzaprine, causing sleepiness in up to 40% of users. This sedative effect is a key reason why many people might feel that **muscle relaxers calm you down**, though this is a side effect rather than a direct calming mechanism for emotional distress.
