FDA label
What is tizanidine used for?
The FDA-approved uses of tizanidine, quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label says: “Tizanidine is indicated for the treatment of spasticity in adults.”
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Tizanidine, tablet
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Redpharm Drug (ANDA091283). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Tizanidine is indicated for the treatment of spasticity in adults.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 49adcfc8-3b1d-7f7e-e063-6294a90a361e, version 1, effective January 31, 2026. NDC 67296-2209, one of 117 listings for this product.
Tizanidine Hydrochloride, capsule
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Advagen Pharma Limited (ANDA213798). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Tizanidine hydrochloride is indicated for the treatment of spasticity in adults.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 7f39499a-98cf-4d13-9b07-ccb5c22e43c8, version 6, effective October 8, 2026. NDC 72888-001, one of 67 listings for this product.
Questions
What is tizanidine used for?
The FDA label says: “Tizanidine is indicated for the treatment of spasticity in adults.”
What drug class is tizanidine?
FDA lists tizanidine in the Central alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonist established pharmacologic class.
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.