Hi Rachael,
I have alot of problems with neck pain and muscle spasms (cervical dystonia) and I take generic Zanaflex and it helps me alot. My neuro told me to take it on a regular basis, whether I felt like I needed it or not. I also take Elavil at bedtime to help me sleep. I think Beth is right- make sure your dr. (and I'm sure he/she will) only starts you on one new med at a time just in case you have a reaction to them. My PM dr. tried me on Trileptal after I gained so much weight on Neurontin and a couple of weeks after starting it I had a severe allergic reaction to it. Hope you feel better soon!