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Skelaxin
Uses
of Skelaxin :
Metaxalone is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve
impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain.
Metaxalone is used, along with rest and physical therapy,
to treat injuries and other painful muscular conditions. Metaxalone
may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this
medication guide.
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT SKELAXIN
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Metaxalone may cause dizziness
or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness,
avoid these activities. Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may
increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking metaxalone.
WHAT IS SKELAXIN
Metaxalone is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve
impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain.
Metaxalone is used, along with rest and physical therapy,
to treat injuries and other painful muscular conditions. Metaxalone
may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this
medication guide.
HOW TO USE SKELAXIN
Take metaxalone exactly as directed by your doctor. If you
do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse,
or doctor to explain them to you. Take each dose with a full
glass of water. Store metaxalone at room temperature away
from moisture and heat.
SKELAXIN MISSED DOSE
You should take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However,
if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take
a double dose of this medication.
SKELAXIN OVER DOSE
Seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of a metaxalone
overdose are unknown but might include low blood pressure
(weakness, fainting, confusion), nausea, severe drowsiness,
decreased breathing, and unconsciousness.
SKELAXIN SIDE EFFECTS
If you experience any of the following serious side effects,
stop taking metaxalone and seek emergency medical attention:
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing;
closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or
face; or hives)
yellow skin or eyes
other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur
Continue to take metaxalone and talk to
your doctor if you experience:
drowsiness or dizziness
headache
nervousness
irritability
nausea
upset stomach
or vomiting.
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.
SKELAXIN PRECAUTIONS
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Metaxalone may cause dizziness
or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness,
avoid these activities. Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may
increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking metaxalone.
SKELAXIN DRUG INTERACTIONS
Many drugs can increase the effects of metaxalone, which can
lead to heavy sedation. Before taking this medication, tell
your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
antihistamines such as brompheniramine (Dimetane,
Bromfed, others), chlorpheniramine (Chlor-Trimeton, Teldrin,
others)
azatadine (Optimine)
clemastine (Tavist)
narcotics (pain killers) such as meperidine (Demerol), morphine
(MS Contin, MSIR, others), propoxyphene (Darvon, Darvocet),
hydrocodone (Lorcet, Vicodin), oxycodone (Percocet, Percodan),
fentanyl (Duragesic), and codeine (Fiorinal, Fioricet, Tylenol
#3, others)
sedatives such as phenobarbital (Solfoton, Luminal), amobarbital
(Amytal), and secobarbital (Seconal)
phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine (Thorazine), fluphenazine
(Prolixin), mesoridazine (Serentil), perphenazine (Trilafon),
prochlorperazine (Compazine), thioridazine (Mellaril), and
trifluoperazine (Stelazine); or antidepressants such as doxepin
(Sinequan), imipramine (Tofranil), nortriptyline (Pamelor),
fluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil), sertraline (Zoloft),
phenelzine (Nardil), and tranylcypromine (Parnate).
Drugs other than those listed here
may also interact with metaxalone. Talk to your doctor and
pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter
medicines.
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