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Doctor insights on: Metaxalone

Metaxalone: Metaxalone is a muscle relaxant and can be helpful in alleviating the pain associated with sprains, strains and other muscle injuries. If this does not sound right to you, you should have your wife call her doctor and ask why this medication was prescribed.

Also, make sure this isn't being confused with Metolazone which is a diuretic (water pill). ...Read more

Muscle relaxant: It is a muscle relaxant, commonly prescribed in the us as skelaxin (metaxalone). It's used to treat muscle spasms, such as those associated with back pain. It is metabolized by the liver. ...Read more

Back pain: Metaxalone, a good muscle relaxer - you have only taken if for less than 2 days, so I would give it a few more days. You should also take an anti-inflammatory like over the counter ibuprofen or naproxen. Always take with food. Avoid heavy lifting and prolonged sitting. Stretch gently daily, bringing your knees to your chest, then from one side to the other. Try a heating pad or warm wet towel. ...Read more

NO: No.

Unknown: When I referenced this drug, it appears that in clinical mouse trials the lethal dosage could not be measured because they vomitted up stomach contents before the lethal dosage could be determined. ...Read more

Drowsiness, ....: Dizziness, irritability, nervousness, headache, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, jaundice and, if you are allergic, a rash. ...Read more

Back pain: Yes, you should. Also, see a physical therapist or chiropracter who knows acupuncture. ...Read more

Not likely: The recommended metaxalone dose for adults is one tablet (800 mg) 3-4 X/day. Maximum daily dose is 3200 mg. Many doctors prescribe 2 tab. (1600 mg) BID. However, It's always best to take any medication under a doctors instructions. ...Read more

Skelaxin (metaxalone): Recommended dose for adults is 800 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day. If you exceeded recommended dose would contact poison control. Call 1-800-222-1222 24 hours per day, 7 days per week to reach any poison control center in the United States. You will be connected with an expert who will direct you how to proceed. Please have all product information available when you call. ...Read more

Unknown: When I referenced this drug, it appears that in clinical mouse trials the lethal dosage could not be measured because they vomitted up stomach contents before the lethal dosage could be determined. ...Read more

Skelaxin (metaxalone): Is the centrally acting muscle relaxant, relieve acute musculoskeletal pain by reducing muscle contraction and are most effective when used adjunctively to rest and physical medicine. They are often prescribed in combination with other drugs such as NSAIDs, acetaminophen or caffeine. ...Read more

Muscle relaxant: It is a muscle relaxant, commonly prescribed in the us as skelaxin (metaxalone). It's used to treat muscle spasms, such as those associated with back pain. It is metabolized by the liver. ...Read more

Definitely, yes: The recommended metaxalone dose for adults is one tablet (800 mg) 3-4 X/day. Maximum daily dose is 3200 mg. Many doctors prescribe 2 tab. (1600 mg) BID. ...Read more

Metaxalone: This is usually 6gm. It will cause liver issues. ...Read more

Skelaxin (metaxalone): Is usually well tolerated but can cause side effects including drowsiness, nausea, headache and irritability. It is contraindicated in patients with liver damage. Always ask your doctor for more information about medication and your individual situation. ...Read more

Yes: Yes, Skelaxin (metaxalone) can be taken with hydrocodone, but they both have a side effect of sedation. If taken together, you may feel more sluggish and sleepy than normal. I would recommend taking them at different times. ...Read more

Not likely: The recommended metaxalone dose for adults is one tablet (800 mg) 3-4 X/day. Maximum daily dose is 3200 mg. Many doctors prescribe 2 tab. (1600 mg) BID. However, It's always best to take any medication under a doctors instructions. ...Read more

Skelaxin (metaxalone): Is a muscle relaxant and a very good medication. You will feel less muscle spasm and less pain. Just follow your doctor instruction and do not self medicate.
Good luck. ...Read more

See below: Metaxalone is the generic name for skelaxin, which is a muscle relaxant. An overdose implies that a person has taken more than the recommended dose of skelaxin and is suffering from complications from that which can include over sedation, respiratory depression, and even respiratory arrest. ...Read more

Metaxalone: Metaxalone is a muscle relaxant and can be helpful in alleviating the pain associated with sprains, strains and other muscle injuries. If this does not sound right to you, you should have your wife call her doctor and ask why this medication was prescribed.

Also, make sure this isn't being confused with Metolazone which is a diuretic (water pill). ...Read more

Discuss w/ Dr: The only safe way to take this is exactly according to the directions. Definitely talk about it and note clearly your concerns for avoiding long term problems. Hope this helps! ...Read more

Skelaxin (metaxalone): You probably should go to the ER and get your stomach pumped out. Also have your live checked out as skelaxin (metaxalone) does cause liver issues. You will probably need admission as one of the side effects is sedation and drowsiness. ...Read more

Not recommended: Metaxaolne is a pretty strong muscle relaxant that can cause sedation. Ativan, (lorazepam) as a benzodiazepine, is also a strong muscle relaxant and sedating medication. Using the two together can cause severe sedation and their side effects can compound. If you have been prescribed both, stagger the dosing to avoid these compounding side effects. Hope this helps! ...Read more

Occasionally: Metaxalone is not a drug of abuse, so most labs won't te st for it. Unless someone asks. Most urine tox screens are 2-part: a dipstick immediately to get a rough idea of what you've been taking, and a lab confirmation run on sensitive instruments to break down what the exact meds are in you, and in what concentration ...Read more

Drowsiness, ....: Dizziness, irritability, nervousness, headache, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, jaundice and, if you are allergic, a rash. ...Read more

Metaxalone: There is no limit in the literature as to how long one can take this medicine. There are side effects of course, some minor, some more serious including liver issues. It states you have chronic pain - do you have a pain doctor who can follow your symptoms and help you decrease the use of it? ...Read more

NO: No.

Depends: Even if it shows, you need not worry about it. Skelaxin (metaxalone) is not a narcotic medication. There are some labs which are very sophisticated and will determine almost anything that you take. Most other labs look for narcotics and sedatives. ...Read more

Same as others: Like muscle relaxers in general the side effects of skelaxin (metaxalone) include sedation, fatigue, nausea/vomiting & allergic reaction. ...Read more

Fine: Taking those two together should be fine. I would ask your primary doctor though to be sure he/she is aware of the medications you are taking and for what is called "continuity of care." making sure your medical record is up to date is important and most emr's can check for any drug to drug interactions if future medications are prescribed as well. Good luck. ...Read more