Skelaxin

indicated for painful musculoskeletal conditions to support physical comfort during short-term therapy.

Strengths: 400mg

Medicine details

Therapeutic class

Muscle Relaxant

Pharmacological class

Skeletal Muscle Relaxant

Minor side effects

drowsiness; dizziness; nausea; headache

Moderate side effects

nervousness; irritability

Dosage forms

Tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Pfizer

Onset Time

1–2 hours

Duration

4–6 hours

Storage instructions

Store in a tightly closed container at controlled room temperature.

Drug interactions

alcohol; central nervous system depressants

Age restrictions

Not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to metaxalone; severe hepatic impairment; severe renal impairment; history of drug-induced anaemia

Precautions and warnings

may cause drowsiness; use with caution in elderly patients; monitor liver function parameters

Serious side effects

leukopenia — requires immediate medical attention; haemolytic anaemia — requires immediate medical attention; anaphylactoid reaction — requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

indicated for painful musculoskeletal conditions to support physical comfort during short-term therapy.

Mechanism of action

Metaxalone acts as a central nervous system depressant, although its exact mechanism of action remains incompletely understood. It is believed to exert its effects through generalized central nervous system depression rather than direct skeletal muscle relaxation, helping to relieve pain associated with acute musculoskeletal conditions.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Adequate data is not available; use only if clearly indicated. Breastfeeding: Avoid use during breastfeeding unless advised by a physician.

Skelaxin

indicated for painful musculoskeletal conditions to support physical comfort during short-term therapy.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Metaxalone
  • Listed indication(s): Muscle Spasm, Musculoskeletal Pain

Available option

  • 60 tablets - 400 mg739-400-mg-4212