And Skelaxin

Metaxalone

Metaxalone, sold under the brand name Skelaxin, is a muscle relaxant medication used to relax muscles and relieve pain caused by strains, sprains, and other musculoskeletal conditions.[1] Its exact mechanism of action is not known, but it may be due to general central nervous system depression.[1] It is considered[by whom?] to be a moderately strong muscle relaxant, with relatively low incidence of side effects. Common side effects include nause...

What are side effects of Skelaxin and can it be taken if you have gastritis and also taking blood pressure meds? ## What has your doctor advised? There are no warnings about using it, if you have stomach problems, but it may cause some nausea and irritation, other side effects can include dizziness and drowsiness. As to the blood pressure medications, I can't check that information for you, without knowing the specific ones. Can you please post back with what you are on, so I can check for you?

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How has Skelaxin affected any one out there? ## I have taken this med before & could never feel any difference. Isnt it a muscel relaxer? ## what kind of overhe counter med. can you take for RA anything to stop the pain ## Well, Kari, I know some people swear by over the counter medications, such as anti-inflammatories, like Ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin) or Acetaminophen (Tylenol), as well as some herbal remedies. The main concern here, of course, is that you have to be careful how much you take, due to the possibility of overdosage, which can result in severe organ damage or even death. So, if you are going to try them, please be careful to stay within the recommended dosages and also, make sure they don't interact with any other medications you may be taking. You can read more a...

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Would skelaxin 800 mg be good to use for bruising (sore) chest area from a fall?r ## Hello, Rosemarie! How are you? No, this is a muscle relaxant, so it will only help with things such as strains, sprains and muscle cramping. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I cannot swallow large pills. Can Skelaxin be deluted in a juice oe soda, and if so, in what. ## Skelaxin isn't time released, so you could just cut or break the pill and swallow the separate pieces, there's no need to dilute or dissolve it in anything. Learn more Skelaxin details here. This is safe to do with any tablet that isn't time released, unless the labeling, your doctor, or pharmacist have specifically instructed you not do so. Are there any questions or comments?

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Are there the same ingredients and results ## Hello, Connie! How are you? They both treat the same conditions, since they are muscle relaxants, but no they do not contain the same active ingredients. Skelaxin contains the active ingredient Metaxalone, while Flexeril contains the active ingredient Cyclobenzaprine. Side effects are also very similar and may include nausea, dizziness, headache and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am allergic to sulfa durgs. Does skelaxin contain sulfa? ## No, the active ingredient in Skelaxin is Metaxalone, it is a msucle relaxant. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and dry mouth. Learn more: In the future, the best thing you can do is to make sure your doctor and pharmacist are aware of your allergy, so it is in your records and they will check any medications for you. Are there any other comments or questions?

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Has anyone read about or experienced Complex Regional Pain Syndrome while taking Skelaxin? Also, is it ok to take over a long period of time? ## It can be taken as long as your doctor feels it is safe, and beneficial for you to do so. I took it for chronic pain for several years, and had no problems with it, though I will see I found its benefits to be minimal. The FDA lists the typical side effects for Skelaxin as possibly including nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, and drowsiness. Ref: Skelaxin Information Are you on any other medications?

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I have been taking hydrocodone for ddd and bulging disc.went to a new dr who prescribed skelaxin instead of hydrcodone. will this help? ## It may help some, but it is not a narcotic, so I am doubtful you will get the same pain relief you did from the Hydrocodone. Skelaxin contains the active ingredient Metaxalone, which is a muscle relaxant, so it will only help with pain that is caused by muscle cramping and spasms. Common side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and headache. Learn more: Did he say why he made the switch? ## the reply you got was right on, it is not a pain reliever, or pain killer! it is a skeletal muscle relaxer. i have Fibromyaglia and 6 bulging discs. my lowerest discs need the norco to knock out the pain no muscle relaxer including soma has EVER hel...

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My doctor has prescribed skelaxin for muscle spasms in my hands and feet due to osteoarthritis, it doesn't seem to help very much but I cannot take tizanidine because of serious side effects. (Hallucinations) I currently take Opana ER (10mg 3/day and Percocet 4/day) What other muscle relaxers can be prescribed? ## Hello, Toots! How are you? Two other options would be Carisoprodol (Soma) and Methocarbamol (Robaxin). The FDA lists the typical side effects for them as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with? ## My doctor decided on Baclofen. It seems to be working pretty well. Thanks for responding!

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im looking for a pill that has 86/67 on one side and an s symbol on the ohter side it is oval white and pink ## The markings in the description indicate this pill to be Skelaxin (800 mg). Skelaxin is a muscle relaxant used to relax muscles and relieve pain caused by strains, sprains, and other musculoskeletal conditions. You can view a detailed description of the drug, by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you.

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Can you please tell me what pill has a capital m on one side and a 58|59 onthe other side, and also what it is used for and the side effects... PLEASE. THANKS ## A peach/pink oblong tablet with a capital M on one side and 5859 on the other contains 800mgs of Metaxalone, the active ingredient in Skelaxin, it is a muscle relaxant. Learn more Metaxalone details here. Side effects may include: nausea, headache, dizziness and dry mouth. You are very welcome and is there anything else I can help with?

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pink pill with S on one side and numbers 86 and 67 on other side ## Skelaxin Metaxalone is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) in the brain. Metaxalone is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury. Metaxalone may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication... ## Ok so let me get this str8t so a small little oblong pink pill that has a big M on one side and 6 | 7 on the other and breaks in half almost looks identical to a xanax,, ur telling me its a muscle relaxer called Skelaxin Metaxalone.??? Ive been hearing they got new roxis that r like that specific pill... Can someone plz assure me thats for sure what j It is and thank u!?? ## The tablet with the S 8667 marking i...

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What type of scored tablet that is light pink in color and has a M on one side and 5859 on the other side? ## This tablet contains 800mgs of Metaxalone, the active ingredient in Skelaxin, which is a muscle relaxant. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, dry mouth and headache. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help with?

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the pill is scored it has 8667 on one side and a S on the other and the pill is lt. pink in color ## I found this in my friends room and am concerned. ## This is an 800mg Skelaxin tablet, it is a muscle relaxant that's used to treat muscle spasms. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, headache and dry mouth. Learn more Skelaxin details here. Are there any comments or questions?

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what kind of pill has 58 59 on one side of it and a m on the other side ## what kind of pill has TL 177 is ## M 5859 contains 800mgs of Metaxolone, the active ingredients in Skelaxin, it is a muscle relaxant. Common side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, headache and drowsiness. Learn more: The tablet marked TL 177 contains 10mgs of Cyclobenzaprine, the active ingredient in Flexeril, it is also a muscle relaxant. Its side effect profile is very similar to what I listed above. More details: Are there any other questions? ## i have a pill that has a m on the back and 58 and 59 on the front of it and the color is like pikish white wjat kind of pill is this

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pink tablet scored with s on one side and 8667 on the other side, what is it? ## S 8667 is 800 mg Skelaxin ## That is correct. Skelaxin contains the active ingredient Metaxalone, it is a muscle relaxant. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, dry mouth and headache. Learn more Skelaxin details here. Is there anything I can help with?

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oval shaped pill that has a line in the middle of 86 and 67 On one side and a s on the other ## Located a match to an oblong purple-ish/ pink-ish pill with 86 / 67 on one side and S on the other. If this is your pill, it's Skelaxin (active ingredient metaxalone 800 mg). Skelaxin is a muscle relaxant used to relax muscles and relieve pain caused by strains, sprains, and other musculoskeletal conditions. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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Metaxalone, sold under the brand name Skelaxin, is a muscle relaxant medication used to relax muscles and relieve pain caused by strains, sprains, and other musculoskeletal conditions.[1] Its exact mechanism of action is not known, but it may be due to general central nervous system depression.[1] It is considered[by whom?] to be a moderately strong muscle relaxant, with relatively low incidence of side effects. Common side effects include nause...

round and pink ## Based on the description provided, I found your pill to be Skelaxin (400 mg). Skelaxin is a muscle relaxant used to relax muscles and relieve pain caused by strains, sprains, and other musculoskeletal conditions. You can view a detailed description of the drug, by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you.

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