Skelaxin Forums

Has anyone read about or experienced Complex Regional Pain Syndrome while taking Skelaxin? Also, is it ok to take over a long period of time? ## It can be taken as long as your doctor feels it is safe, and beneficial for you to do so. I took it for chronic pain for several years, and had no problems with it, though I will see I found its benefits to be minimal. The FDA lists the typical side effects for Skelaxin as possibly including nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, and drowsiness. Ref: Skelaxin Information Are you on any other medications?

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I had taken a muscle relaxer many years ago for my back. I remember the pill was either pink or red and oblong. I dont remember the name of it. I am currently suffering from sciatica and my doctor doesnt want to prescribe me a muscle relaxer because they make you drowsy. I remember this muscle relaxer did not make me drowsy so I want to tell him about it and maybe have him perscribe it for me. Only problem is I need to know what its called. If anyone can help please. ## I took one similar to what you've described, it was Skelaxin, which is used as a muscle relaxant, it contains the active ingredient Metaxalone. NDC code: 10544-524-20 Does that look familiar? It is now available as a generic, so they don't all look the same. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly incl...

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oblong pink pill with S on one side and 49 98 on the backside ## What is this pill. ## Is the marking possibly S 8667? Can you flip the pill and double check? If so, King Pharmaceuticals states that it is an 800mg Skelaxin tablet, which contains the active ingredient Metaxalone. It is a muscle relaxant that is used to treat the pain caused by sprains, strains, and spasms. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and dry mouth.

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pink pill with S on one side and numbers 86 and 67 on other side ## Skelaxin Metaxalone is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) in the brain. Metaxalone is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury. Metaxalone may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication... ## Ok so let me get this str8t so a small little oblong pink pill that has a big M on one side and 6 | 7 on the other and breaks in half almost looks identical to a xanax,, ur telling me its a muscle relaxer called Skelaxin Metaxalone.??? Ive been hearing they got new roxis that r like that specific pill... Can someone plz assure me thats for sure what j It is and thank u!?? ## The tablet with the S 8667 marking i...

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...8667bague ## The markings in the description indicate this pill to be Skelaxin (800 mg). Skelaxin is a muscle relaxant used to relax muscles and relieve pain caused by strains, sprains, and other musculoskeletal conditions. You can view a detailed description of the drug, by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you. ## I take 1 oxycodone during the day&2 at nite.I also take gabapentin 11/2 pills four times a day for nerve pain.I also take meloxicam 2 times a day.I have degenative disc disease,nerve damage in neck&lower back,a very painful form of arthitis in my neck&lower back,senosis&bulging disc in neck&lower back,a pertruding disc in upper back from a accident.My dr gave me sam...

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I am taking Skelaxin. The bottle says take one pill 3 times a day as needed. Is that 6 hours or 8 hours in between each dose? I don't usually take the first one of the day til about 7 or 8 in the morning at the earliest if I need it. ## Hello, Marie! How are you? That would be every 8 hours, 6 hours would be 4 times a day. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thanks so much for your help. If they are 800mg tablets, but I have been cutting them in half and taking only 400mg at a time, approved by nurse, would I still only take them every 8 hours? ## hi i am on cleocin every 8 hrs 3 x a day can i take it after 6 hrs ?

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white oblong pill with v on it ## I am currently on Vicoden ES. I need more coverage for my arthritis pain. Is there a long-acting Vocoden. Not a different drug Just LA. ## I am currently on Vicoden ES. I need more coverage for my arthritis pain. Is there a long-acting Vicoden. Not a different drug Just LA. ## I've been suffering with strained-tight jaws for about the last 3 months. It's not medicine related, stress, or diet. I heard alot about TMJ years ago. Can TMJ start abruptley. I've tried using Skelaxin my muscle relaxant, but that doesn't help either. Is there any relief. What type of doctor should I approach? What medicine might help (over-the-counter or prescription). ## Myra, you should be able to get help from either your family doctor or a dentist. TMJ doesn...

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My doctor has prescribed skelaxin for muscle spasms in my hands and feet due to osteoarthritis, it doesn't seem to help very much but I cannot take tizanidine because of serious side effects. (Hallucinations) I currently take Opana ER (10mg 3/day and Percocet 4/day) What other muscle relaxers can be prescribed? ## Hello, Toots! How are you? Two other options would be Carisoprodol (Soma) and Methocarbamol (Robaxin). The FDA lists the typical side effects for them as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with? ## My doctor decided on Baclofen. It seems to be working pretty well. Thanks for responding!

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I have been taking hydrocodone for ddd and bulging disc.went to a new dr who prescribed skelaxin instead of hydrcodone. will this help? ## It may help some, but it is not a narcotic, so I am doubtful you will get the same pain relief you did from the Hydrocodone. Skelaxin contains the active ingredient Metaxalone, which is a muscle relaxant, so it will only help with pain that is caused by muscle cramping and spasms. Common side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and headache. Learn more: Did he say why he made the switch? ## the reply you got was right on, it is not a pain reliever, or pain killer! it is a skeletal muscle relaxer. i have Fibromyaglia and 6 bulging discs. my lowerest discs need the norco to knock out the pain no muscle relaxer including soma has EVER hel...

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I found a white pill in my daughters possession it is white oval with 86/67 on one side and the letter S on the other side the numbers may be 85/57 I really can't make them out through the plastic rap they are in. Can you help me determine what there are? PLEASE HELP ME!!!!!! ## Hello, Annie! How are you? You did read the numbers correctly through the wrap, the marking is 86 67 S. This is an 800mg Skelaxin tablet, it contains the active ingredient Metaxalone, it is a muscle relaxant that's most commonly used to treat the pain and cramping associated with sprains, strains and spasms. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Are there the same ingredients and results ## Hello, Connie! How are you? They both treat the same conditions, since they are muscle relaxants, but no they do not contain the same active ingredients. Skelaxin contains the active ingredient Metaxalone, while Flexeril contains the active ingredient Cyclobenzaprine. Side effects are also very similar and may include nausea, dizziness, headache and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Would skelaxin 800 mg be good to use for bruising (sore) chest area from a fall?r ## Hello, Rosemarie! How are you? No, this is a muscle relaxant, so it will only help with things such as strains, sprains and muscle cramping. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Is skelaxin anything like somas?? ## Yes, Skelaxin contains the active ingredient Metaxalone, which is a muscle relaxant, it's basically considered moderately strong. Learn more Skelaxin details here. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with?

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oval pink pill with an S on one side and the number 86|67 on back, is it a narcotic? ## No, this is not a narcotic. This is an 800mg Skelaxin tablet, it's a muscle relaxant that's used to treat muscle spasms and pain. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and dry mouth. Learn more Skelaxin details here. Is there anything I can help with?

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pink tablet scored with s on one side and 8667 on the other side, what is it? ## S 8667 is 800 mg Skelaxin ## That is correct. Skelaxin contains the active ingredient Metaxalone, it is a muscle relaxant. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, dry mouth and headache. Learn more Skelaxin details here. Is there anything I can help with?

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the pill is scored it has 8667 on one side and a S on the other and the pill is lt. pink in color ## I found this in my friends room and am concerned. ## This is an 800mg Skelaxin tablet, it is a muscle relaxant that's used to treat muscle spasms. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, headache and dry mouth. Learn more Skelaxin details here. Are there any comments or questions?

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I cannot swallow large pills. Can Skelaxin be deluted in a juice oe soda, and if so, in what. ## Skelaxin isn't time released, so you could just cut or break the pill and swallow the separate pieces, there's no need to dilute or dissolve it in anything. Learn more Skelaxin details here. This is safe to do with any tablet that isn't time released, unless the labeling, your doctor, or pharmacist have specifically instructed you not do so. Are there any questions or comments?

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Large, sort of oval-shaped pink pill, split in half. Only number (probably the first number) on one side is 8. On the other side of the half-pill is a 6, probably the last number. ## I can't be completely certain, since the complete imprint isn't posted, but your description reminds of the 800mg Skelaxin tablets that I took for years. It's a muscle relaxant. Learn more Skelaxin details here. Like I said, I can't be sure, but those numbers are part of the imprint on it. Does anyone else have any ideas? ## Thank you! ## The pill is very light pink oval. Half has a 1 and the other half has an eight. The other side has one letter in the middle which appears to be an A

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This medication does not work for me. The price of the medication versus the quality of relief I received is not providing me with the desired effect. ## I can't find a pharmacy with oxycontin 30 mg time release pills in stock anywhere near seal beach los alamitos or long beach. Where can I find them in stock? Thanks

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What are side effects of Skelaxin and can it be taken if you have gastritis and also taking blood pressure meds? ## What has your doctor advised? There are no warnings about using it, if you have stomach problems, but it may cause some nausea and irritation, other side effects can include dizziness and drowsiness. As to the blood pressure medications, I can't check that information for you, without knowing the specific ones. Can you please post back with what you are on, so I can check for you?

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