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Skelaxin
Skelaxin Drug Center
Pharmacy Editor: Eni Williams, PharmD, PhD
Skelaxin (metaxalone) is a medication that belongs to the drug class called skeletal muscle relaxant. Skelaxin is available as a generic drug. Skelaxin is prescribed for the short-term treatment of painful muscle spasms. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, nervousness, irritability, nausea, vomiting, and upset stomach.
Skelaxin usual dose is 800 mg taken three or four times daily. Significant drug interactions have not been reported with Skelaxin although it may increase the sedative effects of alcohol and drugs that cause sedation. There are no adequate studies of Skelaxin in pregnant women and it is not known if Skelaxin is secreted in human breast milk.
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What is Prescribing information?
The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
Skelaxin Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
SKELAXIN (metaxalone) is indicated as an adjunct to rest, physical therapy, and other measures for the relief of discomforts associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions. The mode of action of this drug has not been clearly identified, but may be related to its sedative properties. Metaxalone does not directly relax tense skeletal muscles in man.
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What is Skelaxin Prescribing Information?
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What is Patient information?
Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.
Skelaxin Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using metaxalone and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite;
- low fever;
- dark urine, clay-colored stools; or
- jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
Less serious side effects may include:
- drowsiness, dizziness;
- feeling nervous or irritable;
- ...
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What is Consumer information?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
Skelaxin Consumer Information: Uses
This medication relaxes muscles. It is used along with rest and physical therapy to decrease muscle pain and spasms associated with strains, sprains or other muscle injuries.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth usually 3 or 4 times a day, or as directed by your doctor. It may be taken with food or immediately after meals to prevent stomach upset. If you take this medication after a high-fat meal and experience side effects, it may be best to take this drug on an empty stomach or after a light meal.
Dosage is based on your medical condition ...
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