Common
uses
This medicine is a muscle
relaxant used to treat pain caused by muscle spasms.
Tablets
Chemical Name: METAXALONE (me-TAX-a-lone)
Before
using
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR
PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are
taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions including kidney
disorders, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Directions
Take this medicine on an empty
stomach. To prevent stomach upset, this medicine may be taken with food or
immediately after a meal. Do not take this drug with, or immediately after, a
high-fat or heavy meal. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat
and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it if it is within 1 hour
of the missed dose. If it is more than 1 hour since the missed dose, skip it
and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Cautions
THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE
drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else
that could be dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine. THIS
MEDICINE WILL ADD TO THE EFFECTS of alcohol and other depressants. DO NOT DRINK
ALCOHOL without first discussing with your doctor. Ask your pharmacist if you
have questions about which medicines are depressants. FOR PATIENTS WITH
DIABETES MELLITUS, this medicine may cause false test results with some urine
glucose tests. Check with your doctor before adjusting the dose of your
diabetes medicine or changing your diet.
Possible
side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away
during treatment, include drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, or nervousness. If
they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice any
unusual effects, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug
interactions
Drug interactions can result
in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug
interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other.
If
you take too much
If overdose is suspected,
contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Additional
information
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE
with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other
health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.
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