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Metaxalone

Metaxalone (Skelaxin) is a muscle relaxant used for acute musculoskeletal pain and muscle spasms. This ingredient listing covers the one formulation currently available in the catalogue.

Skelaxin

Acute Musculoskeletal Pain, Muscle Spasms

400mg

Metaxalone tablets for acute muscle pain and spasms. Drowsiness is common because the effect is on the brain.

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Key points

  • Metaxalone works by acting on the central nervous system to relieve muscle tension and pain.
  • Skelaxin is the only formulation listed, a 400 mg tablet originally marketed by King Pharmaceuticals.

Common questions about Metaxalone

Is Skelaxin a brand-name or generic medicine?

Skelaxin is the brand-name product. Metaxalone is the generic ingredient it contains in this catalogue.

What is the difference between Metaxalone and Skelaxin?

There is no difference in the active ingredient. Skelaxin is the brand name, and metaxalone is the generic name for the same medicine.

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