 Skelaxin (Metaxalone) is a skeletal muscle relaxant, it acts on the central
nervous system (CNS) by blocking electrical communication among nerves
in the brain and spinal cord. Metaxalone is used in the short term, usually
for no more than 3 weeks (in combination with rest and physical therapy)
to relax muscles and relieve stiffness and pain caused by muscle injuries, strains and muscle
spasms. Metaxalone decreases the impulses from the brain and spinal cord to the muscles and is believed not to have a direct effect on skeletal muscle.
Brand name Skelaxin is distributed by King Pharmaceuticals.
The generic equivalent Metaxalone is distributed by Elan Pharmaceuticals.
Ordering options for Skelaxin and Metaxalone are below.
No prescription is needed, but the pharmacies will require a consultation via questionnaire to
enable their staff physician to issue a prescription (this is always a free consultation).
Precautions: Inform your doctor about any of the following:
Inform your doctor about ALL medications or vitamins that you currently take:
Certain prescription and non prescription medications may interact with Metaxalone,
especially medications for allergies, coughs or colds; muscle relaxants, sedatives, sleeping pills,
tranquilizers and vitamins. Metaxalone is not a safe medication for porphyria, consult your
doctor for an alternative porphyria treatment. If you have ever had kidney or liver disease:
Do not take this drug before consulting your doctor.
Carisoprodol Common Side Effects
Blurred or double vision
drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness
headache, fast heart rate
nausea or vomiting
stomach cramps or pain
If you experience any of the following less common side effects:
call your doctor immediately:
bloody urine, bloody or black stools,
vomiting bloody or black material,
difficult urination,
fainting, fast breathing, fever, hives, itching,
sore throat, sores in the mouth, stuffy nose,
racing heartbeat or tightness in the chest
difficulty breathing,
swollen or tender glands,
severe skin rash,
swelling around eyes,
red, bloodshot or stinging eyes,
yellowing of the skin or eyes,
unusual bruising or bleeding,
unusual tiredness or weakness,
seizures.
This is not a complete list: Check with your doctor about all possible side effects.
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