skelaxin Generic Name: METAXALONE (me-TAX-a-lone)
skelaxin Drug Manufacturer: CARNRICK
skelaxin Common Uses: This medicine is a muscle relaxant used to treat
pain caused by muscle spasms.
How to use this skelaxin Medicine: Take this medicine on an empty
stomach. To prevent stomach upset, this medicine may be taken with food
or immediately after a meal. Do not take this drug with, or immediately
after, a high-fat or heavy meal. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room
temperature, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS
MEDICINE, take it if it is within 1 hour of the missed dose. If it is
more than 1 hour since the missed dose, skip it and go back to your
regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
skelaxin Cautions: THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE drowsiness or dizziness. Do
not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be
dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine. THIS MEDICINE
WILL ADD TO THE EFFECTS of alcohol and other depressants. DO NOT DRINK
ALCOHOL without first discussing with your doctor. Ask your pharmacist
if you have questions about which medicines are depressants. FOR
PATIENTS WITH DIABETES MELLITUS, this medicine may cause false test
results with some urine glucose tests. Check with your doctor before
adjusting the dose of your diabetes medicine or changing your diet.
Skelaxin Possible Side Effects: SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during
treatment, include drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, or nervousness. If
they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice
any unusual effects, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
