The nurse is providing care for a patient who is experiencing muscle spasms. The physician has ordered cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril). The nurse should inform the patient to anticipate which of the following side effects from this medication?

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Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) is a muscle relaxant medication that can cause dizziness and drowsiness as a common side effect. It does not typically cause hypocalcemia, hypotension, nausea, headache, flaccidity, or urinary retention.

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