Metaxalone (Oral Route)

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Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

• Abdominal or stomach pain
• Back or leg pains
• Black, tarry stools
• Bleeding gums
• Chest pain
• Chills
• Cough
• Dark urine
• Difficulty in breathing or swallowing
• Dizziness
• Fast heartbeat
• Fever
• General body swelling
• Headache
• Itching
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea or vomiting
• Nosebleeds
• Painful or difficult urination
• Pale skin
• Rash
• Shortness of breath
• Skin itching, rash, or redness
• Sore throat
• Sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
• Swelling of the face, throat, or tongue
• Swollen glands
• Unpleasant breath odor
• Unusual bleeding or bruising
• Unusual tiredness or weakness
• Vomiting of blood
• Yellowing of the eyes or skin

• Hives
• Puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
• Tightness in the chest
• Wheezing

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

• Diarrhea
• Drowsiness
• Irritability
• Stomach cramps
• Vomiting

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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