Combine Skelaxin and Tylenol

Drug Interactions and Combined Side Effects of
Skelaxin

and Tylenol

Combine Skelaxin with Tylenol. To make a decision about taking Skelaxin and Tylenol, click here for a Medication Risk Map showing their individual and Combined Risks

Skelaxin and Tylenol have 28 combined Side Effects total
17 are Life Threatening
8 Occur Most Frequently

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Uses of Skelaxin

Skelaxin is also known by the generic name Metaxalone USES: This medication relaxes muscles. It is used along with rest and physical therapy to decrease muscle pain and spasms associated with strains, sprains or other muscle injuries.

Uses of Tylenol

Tylenol is also known by the generic name Acetaminophen

USES:
This combination medication is used to temporarily treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies, or other breathing illnesses (such as sinusitis, bronchitis). Decongestants help relieve stuffy nose, sinus, and ear congestion symptoms. Acetaminophen (APAP) is a non-aspirin pain reliever and fever reducer. Antihistamines help relieve watery eyes, itchy eyes/nose/throat, runny nose, and sneezing.

Cough-and-cold products have not been shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6 years. Therefore, do not use this product to treat cold symptoms in children younger than 6 years unless specifically directed by the doctor. Some products (such as long-acting tablets/capsules) are not recommended for use in children younger than 12 years. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details about using your product safely.

These products do not cure or shorten the length of the common cold and may cause serious side effects. To decrease the risk for serious side effects, carefully follow all dosage directions. Do not use this product to make a child sleepy. Do not give other cough-and-cold medication that might contain the same or similar ingredients (see also Drug Interactions section). Ask the doctor or pharmacist about other ways to relieve cough and cold symptoms (such as drinking enough fluids, using a humidifier or saline nose drops/spray).

Skelaxin and Tylenol Combined Have 17 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects

Critcal Seriouosness - Decreased Blood Platelets - Thrombocytopenic Disorder is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Decreased Neutrophils a Type of White Blood Cell - Neutropenic Disorder is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Decreased White Blood Cells - Leukopenia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Deficiency of Granulocytes a Type of White Blood Cell - Agranulocytosis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Feeling Faint - Fainting is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Giant Hives - Angioedema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Hemolytic Anemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Hepatitis caused by Drugs - Drug-Induced Hepatitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Hepatitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Hives - Urticaria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Inflammation of Skin caused by an Allergy - Allergic Dermatitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Itching - Pruritus of Skin is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Life Threatening Allergic Reaction - Anaphylaxis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Rash - Skin Rash is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Reaction due to an Allergy - Allergic Reactions is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Trouble Breathing - Dyspnea is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

Critcal Seriouosness - Yellowing of Skin or Eyes from Liver Problems - Jaundice is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Tylenol and Skelaxin combined

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Skelaxin and Tylenol Combined have 8 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects

Dizzy - Dizziness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin and Tylenol combined

Drowsiness - Drowsy is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin and Tylenol combined

Feel Like Throwing Up - Nausea is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin and Tylenol combined

Head Pain - Headache Disorder is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin and Tylenol combined

Irritation of the Stomach or Intestines - Gastrointestinal Irritation is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin and Tylenol combined

Nervous - Nervousness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin and Tylenol combined

Stomach Cramps - Abdominal Pain with Cramps is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin and Tylenol combined

Throwing Up - Vomiting is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin and Tylenol combined

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Skelaxin and Tylenol Drug-Drug Interactions

There are no drug-drug interactions between Skelaxin and Tylenol.

Skelaxin has 5 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Skelaxin.

Skelaxin Oral Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriousness level)

Absolute Contraindications

Acute Hepatic Failure - Acute Liver Failure is a contraindication of Skelaxin.

Hemolytic Anemia is a contraindication of Skelaxin.

Severe Hepatic Disease - Severe Liver Disease is a contraindication of Skelaxin.

Severe Renal Disease - Serious Kidney Problems is a contraindication of Skelaxin.

Contraindication Warnings

Chronic Hepatic Disease - Recurring Liver Problems is a contraindication of Skelaxin.

Tylenol has 3 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Tylenol.

Tylenol Oral Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriousness level)

Absolute Contraindications

Acetaminophen Toxicity - Overdose of the Drug Acetaminophen is a contraindication of Tylenol.

Relative Contraindications

Alcoholism - Habit of Drinking Too Much Alcohol is a contraindication of Tylenol.

Disease of Liver - Liver Problems is a contraindication of Tylenol.

Skelaxin - Symptoms of overdose may include
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include severe drowsiness or unconsciousness.

Tylenol - Symptoms of overdose may include
agitation, confusion, flushing, hallucinations, seizures. In children, excitement may occur first, and may be followed by: loss of coordination, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, seizures.

Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.