Metaxalone
Skelaxin is a brand-name muscle relaxant used to treat acute musculoskeletal pain and discomfort associated with strains, sprains, and other muscle injuries. It is typically prescribed for short-term use alongside rest, physical therapy, and other treatments. The exact mechanism of action is not fully understood but is believed to work in the central nervous system.
Skelaxin is a muscle relaxant used for short-term treatment of acute muscle pain and discomfort.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 204315
- Generic
- Skelaxin
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Treats acute musculoskeletal pain and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, and muscle injuries. Used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan that typically includes rest and physical therapy.
The exact mechanism of action is not fully established. It is believed to work centrally in the brain and spinal cord to produce muscle relaxant effects, rather than directly acting on skeletal muscles.
This is a brand-name medication with no generic equivalent currently available. It should be used short-term (typically up to 3 weeks) as the long-term safety and effectiveness have not been established. May cause drowsiness and dizziness; avoid alcohol and operating machinery until you know how it affects you. Use with caution in patients with liver disease or history of seizures. Not recommended for children under 12 years old.
Official drug label
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