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Skelaxin, |Skelaxin

Skelaxin

Generic Name: metaxalone (me TAX a lone)
Brand Names: Skelaxin

What is metaxalone?

Metaxalone is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) in the brain.

Metaxalone is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury.

Metaxalone may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about metaxalone?

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking metaxalone?

• anemia (a lack of red blood cells);

• severe kidney disease; or

• severe liver disease.

Before using metaxalone, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have liver or kidney disease. If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to use metaxalone, or you may need a dosage adjustment or special tests during treatment.

How should I take metaxalone?

Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

This medication can cause you to have unusual results with certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using metaxalone.

Metaxalone is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include rest, physical therapy, or other pain relief measures. Follow your doctor"s instructions.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Symptoms of a metaxalone overdose may include extreme drowsiness, slow or shallow breathing, feeling light-headed, or fainting.

What should I avoid while taking metaxalone?

Avoid using other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold medicine, pain medication, muscle relaxers, and medicine to treat depression or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by metaxalone.

Metaxalone side effects

• nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite;

• low fever;

• dark urine, clay-colored stools; or

• jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Keep taking metaxalone and talk to your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects:

• drowsiness, dizziness;

• feeling nervous or irritable;

• headache;

• mild nausea, vomiting, upset stomach; or

• skin rash.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect metaxalone?

Before taking metaxalone, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:

• a barbiturate such as amobarbital (Amytal), butabarbital (Butisol), mephobarbital (Mebaral), secobarbital (Seconal), or phenobarbital (Luminal, Solfoton); or

• medicines to treat psychiatric disorders, such as chlorpromazine (Thorazine), haloperidol (Haldol), mesoridazine (Serentil), pimozide (Orap), or thioridazine (Mellaril).

If you are using any of these drugs, you may not be able to use metaxalone, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.

There may be other drugs not listed that can affect metaxalone. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has information about metaxalone written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Metaxalone is available with a prescription under the brand name Skelaxin. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Skelaxin 400 mg--pale-rose, scored tablets

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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