Generic name:metaxalone [ me-TAX-a-lone ]
Drug class:Skeletal muscle relaxants
What is Skelaxin?
Skelaxin (metaxalone) is from the class of medicines called skeletal muscle relaxant and is used to treat symptoms of skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury. It is thought to work by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) in the brain. Skelaxin is used together with rest and physical therapy.
Warnings
You should not use Skelaxin if you have anemia (low red blood cells), or severe kidney or liver disease. You may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take Skelaxin.
Skelaxin can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert. Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of metaxalone.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Skelaxin if you are allergic to metaxalone, or if you have:
anemia (low red blood cells);
severe kidney disease; or
severe liver disease.
To make sure Skelaxin is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease.
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It is not known whether metaxalone passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
Skelaxin is not approved for use by anyone younger than 12 years old.
How should I take Skelaxin?
Take Skelaxin exactly as it was prescribed for you. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
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