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5 Months After Facelift I Need a Muscle Relaxer I Can Take During the Day. Any Suggestions?

PLM11Nov 8, 2012
I have a lot of discomfort during the day caused by tight facial, neck & jaw muscles. My ps recommended massage but it doesn't provide much consistent relief. I can't take NSAIDs so my GP prescribed a very low dose of Xanax (.125 mg daily) which I take only occasionally. It works great but I'm afraid of dependency issues. I'm usually comfortable at night so I need something mild & non-addictive I can take during the day. Thanks for any suggestions.

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