Common Questions about Metaxalone (Skelaxin)

Will metaxalone help me sleep?

Metaxalone is not a sleeping pill. It is a muscle relaxant. However, because of its sedative effects, metaxalone may help you sleep.

Is metaxalone bad for your kidneys?

Metaxalone is not safe for people with severe kidney disease. This drug is eliminated from the body by the kidneys. In people whose kidneys are not functioning properly, the drug can accumulate in the body and cause severe adverse effects.

Does metaxalone work immediately?

Metaxalone is fast-acting and typically provides relief within 1 hour of taking a dose. The effects of this medicine usually last for 4-6 hours. You need to take metaxalone 3-4 times a day.

Can I take metaxalone every 4 hours?

You should not take metaxalone more frequently than every 6-8 hours (3-4 times a day).

What is the price of metaxalone without insurance?

Without insurance, metaxalone can be as high as $179.39, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $21.61 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of metaxalone with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on metaxalone—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for metaxalone. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.