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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 Flexeril
 
Flexeril is also known by the generic name Cyclobenzaprine


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.


Skelaxin and Flexeril Have 9 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects in Common
 
Critical Seriousness - Itching - Pruritus of Skin is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Skelaxin and Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Trouble Breathing - Dyspnea is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Skelaxin and Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Life Threatening Allergic Reaction - Anaphylaxis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Skelaxin and Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Inflammation of Skin caused by an Allergy - Allergic Dermatitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Skelaxin and Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Feeling Faint - Fainting is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Skelaxin and Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Yellowing of Skin or Eyes from Liver Problems - Jaundice is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Skelaxin and Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Hives - Urticaria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Skelaxin and Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Reaction due to an Allergy - Allergic Reactions is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Skelaxin and Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Rash - Skin Rash is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Skelaxin and Flexeril.
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Skelaxin Has 3 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Flexeril
 
Critical Seriousness - Decreased White Blood Cells - Leukopenia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Hemolytic Anemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Hepatitis caused by Drugs - Drug-Induced Hepatitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
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Flexeril Has 11 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Skelaxin
 
Critical Seriousness - Confused - Impaired Cognition is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Depression is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Toxic Effect on Brain or Spinal Cord Function - CNS Toxicity is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Abnormal Heart Rhythm - Conduction Disorder of the Heart is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Difficult or Painful Urination - Dysuria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Hepatitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Giant Hives - Angioedema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Bronchospasm - Bronchospastic Pulmonary Disease is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Uncoordinated - Ataxia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Fast Heartbeat - Tachyarrhythmia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Critical Seriousness - Blockage of Normal Bile Flow - Cholestasis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
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Skelaxin and Flexeril Have 2 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects in Common
 
Dizzy - Dizziness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Skelaxin and Flexeril.
Drowsiness - Drowsy is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Skelaxin and Flexeril.
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Skelaxin Has 6 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Flexeril
 
Head Pain - Headache Disorder is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Feel Like Throwing Up - Nausea is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Throwing Up - Vomiting is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Stomach Cramps - Abdominal Pain with Cramps is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Nervous - Nervousness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
Irritation of the Stomach or Intestines - Gastrointestinal Irritation is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Skelaxin but not Flexeril.
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Flexeril Has 2 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Flexeril
 
Blurred Vision is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Flexeril but not Skelaxin.
Dry Mouth - Xerostomia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Flexeril but not Skelaxin.
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Skelaxin and Flexeril Treat 4 Conditions in Common
 
Muscle Spasm is treated by both Skelaxin and Flexeril.

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.

Flexeril has 10 Condition Contraindications
 
If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Flexeril.

Flexeril Oral Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriouosness level)

Absolute Contraindications 

Chronic Heart Failure is a contraindication of Flexeril.

Conduction Disorder of the Heart - Abnormal Heart Rhythm is a contraindication of Flexeril.

Heart Block is a contraindication of Flexeril.

Hyperthyroidism - Overactive Thyroid Gland is a contraindication of Flexeril.

Recovery Phase Following Myocardial Infarct - Recent Heart Attack is a contraindication of Flexeril.

Relative Contraindications 

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

Sinus Tachycardia is a contraindication of Flexeril.

Contraindication Warnings 

Glaucoma - Increased Pressure in Eyes is a contraindication of Flexeril.

Open Angle Glaucoma - Wide-Angle Glaucoma is a contraindication of Flexeril.

Urinary Retention - Cannot Empty Bladder is a contraindication of Flexeril.
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.

Flexeril - 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, fast heartbeat, slurred speech, hallucinations, chest pain, seizures, increased muscle stiffness with fever and sweating,

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.

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