Uses of Metaxalone

Metaxalone is used with rest, physical therapy and other measures to relax muscles and relieve pain and discomfort caused by strains, sprains and other muscle injuries.

Therapeutic Category

Metaxalone: Skeletal Muscle Relaxants

How Metaxalone works

Metaxalone works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) in the brain. This improves helps to relax muscles. 

Common side effects of Metaxalone

• Drowsiness, dizziness, headache
• Nervousness or irritability
• Nausea, vomiting, stomach upset 

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you experience:

• In case of accidental overdose or poisoning
• Agitation, hallucinations, coma
• Fast heart rate, fever
• Muscle twitching, loss of muscle control
• Diarrhea
• Severe skin rash
• Difficulty breathing
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Unusual bruising or bleeding
• Unusual tiredness or weakness
• Seizures (fits)

Health Tips for Metaxalone

• Take metaxalone exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the recommended dosage, frequency, and duration of treatment. Do not adjust the dose without consulting your doctor
• Metaxalone is typically taken with food or milk to help minimize stomach upset
• Metaxalone is generally not recommended for use in pregnant women unless it is considered clearly necessary. If you become pregnant while taking Metaxalone, consult your doctor immediately
• Metaxalone is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine
• Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Metaxalone as it can increase the risk of side effects
• Do not drive or use machines while taking this medicine as it can impair your mental or physical abilities