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Skelaxin® Medication Drugs on Sale at Alfaus Prescription Drugs Pharmacy
 Skelaxin® is a muscle relaxant, used to treat the pain and stiffness of muscle injuries, including strains, sprains and muscle spasms. This medicine should not be used if you have ever had an allergic reaction to carisoprodol, meprobramate or tybamate.
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The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
Uses
Skelaxin medication relaxes muscles and relieves pain and discomfort associated with strains, sprains, spasms or other muscle injuries.
How to Use Skelaxin
Skelaxin may be taken with food or immediately after meals to prevent stomach upset. Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently or take it for a longer period of time than prescribed by your doctor.
Skelaxin Side Effects
Skelaxin may cause stomach upset, heartburn, constipation, headache, dizziness or drowsiness the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication. If these symptoms persist or become severe, notify your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop: persistent stomach pain, skin rash, itching, rapid heart rate, yellowing of eyes or skin. May discolor urine. This will disappear when the
Skelaxin medication is stopped. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to
Skelaxin drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: seizures, kidney or liver disease, any drug allergies. Alcoholic beverages may increase the dizziness/drowsiness effects of this drug. Limit alcohol intake. Use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or operating machinery. When arising quickly from a sitting or lying position,
Skelaxin drug may cause dizziness/lightheadedness. Change positions slowly.
Skelaxin medication should be used during pregnancy only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Skelaxin Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you take including any medication such as: sedatives, tranquilizers, narcotics (pain medication), sleeping pills, medication for seizures, depression, allergies, hay fever, colds. Do not start taking any of the drugs mentioned above without consulting your doctor. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Skelaxin Overdose
If Skelaxin overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
severe drowsiness or unconsciousness.
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