Hetlioz and Flexeril drug interactions - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Drug interactions are reported among people who take Hetlioz (tasimelteon) and Flexeril (cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride). Common drug interactions include drug ineffective among females and insomnia among males.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes what interactions people have when they take Hetlioz and Flexeril. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 25 people who take the same drugs from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Hetlioz?

Hetlioz has active ingredients of tasimelteon. eHealthMe is studying from 7,418 Hetlioz users. Check the latest studies of Hetlioz.

What is Flexeril?

Flexeril has active ingredients of cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride. It is often used in muscle spasms. eHealthMe is studying from 38,308 Flexeril users. Check the latest studies of Flexeril.



On Jul, 30, 2026

25 people who take Hetlioz and Flexeril together, and have interactions are studied.

Hetlioz and Flexeril drug interactions.

What are the common drug interactions of Hetlioz and Flexeril, by gender? *:

female:

  1. Drug ineffective
  2. Insomnia (sleeplessness)
  3. Malaise (a feeling of general discomfort or uneasiness)
  4. Influenza
  5. Nightmare (unpleasant dream)
  6. Adverse event
  7. Cellulitis (infection under the skin)
  8. Constipation
  9. Dizziness
  10. Drug effect decreased

male:

  1. Insomnia (sleeplessness)
  2. Drug ineffective
  3. Asthenia (weakness)
  4. Dehydration (dryness resulting from the removal of water)
  5. Dry mouth
  6. Dyspnoea (difficult or laboured respiration)
  7. Gait disturbance
  8. Gastrointestinal viral infection (virus infection of gastrointestinal tract)
  9. Heart rate increased
  10. Initial insomnia (feeling of inadequate or poor-quality sleep)

What are the common drug interactions of Hetlioz and Flexeril, by age (0-1 to 60+)? *:

0-1:

n/a

2-9:

n/a

10-19:

n/a

20-29:

n/a

30-39:

n/a

40-49:

  1. Dizziness
  2. Headache (pain in head)
  3. Insomnia (sleeplessness)
  4. Malaise (a feeling of general discomfort or uneasiness)
  5. Middle insomnia (difficulty returning to sleep after awakening either in the middle of the night)
  6. Nausea (feeling of having an urge to vomit)
  7. Nightmare (unpleasant dream)
  8. Vomiting

50-59:

  1. Drug ineffective
  2. Insomnia (sleeplessness)
  3. Drug effect decreased
  4. Initial insomnia (feeling of inadequate or poor-quality sleep)

60+:

  1. Drug ineffective
  2. Middle insomnia (difficulty returning to sleep after awakening either in the middle of the night)
  3. Asthenia (weakness)
  4. Cellulitis (infection under the skin)
  5. Constipation
  6. Dehydration (dryness resulting from the removal of water)
  7. Dry mouth
  8. Dyspnoea (difficult or laboured respiration)
  9. Gait disturbance
  10. Gastrointestinal viral infection (virus infection of gastrointestinal tract)

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

  1. Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorder (family of sleep disorders affecting, among other things, the timing of sleep): 9 people, 36.00%
  2. Restless Leg Syndrome (a powerful urge to move your legs): 2 people, 8.00%
  3. Arthritis (form of joint disorder that involves inflammation of one or more joints): 2 people, 8.00%

* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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Sub-studies by gender and age:

Female: 0-1 2-9 10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+

Male: 0-1 2-9 10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+

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How the study uses the data?

The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on tasimelteon and cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride (the active ingredients of Hetlioz and Flexeril, respectively), and Hetlioz and Flexeril (the brand names). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.

How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

Who is eHealthMe?

With medical big data and proven AI/ML algorithms, eHealthMe provides a platform for everyone to run phase IV clinical trials. We study millions of patients and 5,000 more each day. Results of our real-world drug study have been referenced on 800+ peer-reviewed medical publications, including The Lancet, Mayo Clinic Proceedings, and Nature. Our analysis results are available to researchers, health care professionals, patients (testimonials), and software developers (open API).

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