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- Lowest price per tablet at U.S. online pharmacies
- $0.67 per tabletIn a pack of 90 tablets for $60.46 (before shipping) · FDA-approved generic metaxalone 800 mg · ships within the U.S.
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Quick answerAs of Nov 11, 2026, generic metaxalone 800 mg (generic Skelaxin) costs from at pharmacies we compared, before shipping. The FDA lists brand Skelaxin as discontinued in the U.S. FDA-approved generic metaxalone is sold here, listed from $45 for 100 tablets.
Name check: Metaxalone 640 mg tablets are a separate product. Its label says they can't be swapped milligram for milligram with 800 mg tablets, so they aren't priced here.
Compare Skelaxin prices from licensed online pharmacies
| Pharmacy | Medication | Pack | Price per unit | Pack price | Shipping & delivery | Total with shipping | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest price per unitOnline pharmacy A | SKELAXINNot FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.400 mg · generic · Filled in MauritiusProduct of Mauritius | 800 tablets4 other pack sizes
| $0.61 per tablet | $486.32 | FreeDelivery time not stated | $486.32Checked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest price per unitOnline pharmacy B | Generic Equivalent To Skelaxin 400mgNot FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.400 mg · generic · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Maker listed by pharmacy: Sun Pharmaceuticals | 90 tablets2 other pack sizes
| $0.64 per tablet | $57.18 | $14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks | $72.13Checked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest price per unitLicensed U.S. pharmacy C | Metaxalone (Skelaxin)800 mg · genericU.S. pharmacy; maker not listed on its price pageShips from United StatesShips within the U.S. (no customs) · checked Nov 11, 2026 | 90 tablets2 other pack sizes
| $0.67 per tablet | $60.46 | FreePharmacy's estimate: 7–10 business days | $60.46Checked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest price per unitOnline pharmacy D | Generic Equivalent to Skelaxin 400mgNot FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.400 mg · generic · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Maker listed by pharmacy: Sun Pharmaceuticals | 90 tablets2 other pack sizes
| $0.68 per tablet | $61.16 | $14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks | $76.11Checked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest price per unitOnline pharmacy E | Metaxalone MRNot FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.400 mg · generic · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Maker listed by pharmacy: Sun Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 50 tablets2 other pack sizes
| $0.77 per tablet | $38.72 | $9.95Pharmacy's estimate: 4–6 weeks | $48.67Checked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest price per unitLicensed online pharmacy F | Metaxalone 400mgNot FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.400 mg · generic · Filled in MauritiusProduct of Mauritius | 100 tablets | $0.81 per tablet | $81 | FreeDelivery time not stated | $81Checked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest price per unitOnline pharmacy G | Generic Skelaxin 400mgNot FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.400 mg · generic · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Product of India | 90 tablets2 other pack sizes
| $0.83 per tablet | $74.33 | Fee not publishedDelivery time not stated | $74.33+ shippingChecked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest price per unitOnline pharmacy H | METAXALONENot FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.400 mg · generic · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Product of India | 30 tablets | $0.91 per tablet | $27.33 | FreeDelivery time not stated | $27.33Checked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest price per unitLicensed U.S. pharmacy I | Metaxalone 800 mg Tablets800 mg · genericU.S. pharmacy; maker not listed on its price pageShips from United StatesShips within the U.S. (no customs) · checked Nov 11, 2026 | 90 tablets4 other pack sizes
| $1.92 per tablet | $172.80 | $5Pharmacy's estimate: 2–8 business days | $177.80Checked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest price per unitLicensed U.S. pharmacy C | Metaxalone (Skelaxin)400 mg · genericU.S. pharmacy; maker not listed on its price pageShips from United StatesShips within the U.S. (no customs) · checked Nov 11, 2026 | 90 tablets2 other pack sizes
| $4.74 per tablet | $427 | FreePharmacy's estimate: 7–10 business days | $427Checked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
| Lowest price per unitOnline pharmacy JU.S. shipping limited | Metaxalone (Generic)Not FDA-approvedMade for sale in another country. It has the same active ingredient as the brand, but the FDA hasn't reviewed this maker's version.400 mg · generic · Filled in IndiaMade for sale in India.Product of India | 100 tablets1 other pack size
| $0.88 per tablet | $88 | $14.95Pharmacy's estimate: 8–14 business days | $102.95Checked Nov 11 | See pharmacy (members) Members see the pharmacy |
No prices match those filters.
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| Strength | Lowest brandper unit, before shipping | Lowest generic abroadper unit, not FDA-approved |
|---|---|---|
| Skelaxin 400 mg | — | $0.61 per tablet |
Each row is one product from one pharmacy, shown in the pack size with the lowest price per unit; its other pack sizes are listed under “other pack sizes”. Price per unit = the pack price divided by the units in the pack, before shipping; we sort by it and don't assume how long a pack lasts. Total with shipping = the pack price plus the pharmacy's shipping fee for one order. Prices checked Nov 11, 2026 on each pharmacy's website, in U.S. dollars (converted when a pharmacy prices in Canadian dollars). The lowest price at the top of this page uses only packs whose maker the pharmacy names, or whose product country and ships-from country it states. Prices change often; confirm at checkout. U.S. rows: the cash price a U.S. pharmacy published on its own website on the date shown, plus its standard shipping; no insurance or discount cards. “Fee not published” means the pharmacy doesn’t show its shipping fee before checkout, so that row’s total is the medicine price only.
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Prices per tablet from 6 licensed pharmacies abroad shipping to the U.S.: $0.61 to $0.91, any strength, before shipping.
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Skelaxin (metaxalone) 800 mg tablets for short-term muscle pain. The brand is discontinued in the U.S., and FDA-approved generic metaxalone is sold here.
Skelaxin cost at a glance
- Brand Skelaxin is discontinued in the U.S. The FDA's Drugs@FDA database lists Skelaxin 800 mg and 400 mg tablets as discontinued. The FDA has determined they were not taken off the market for safety or effectiveness reasons (Drugs@FDA, checked 2026-11-11).
- Generic Skelaxin is sold in the U.S. The FDA has approved generic metaxalone 800 mg tablets from Sandoz, Amneal, Lannett, Actavis (Teva) and ScieGen, rated equivalent to Skelaxin (FDA Orange Book). In the Texas 2026 drug price filing, 100 tablets list from $45.00 (ScieGen) to $200.66 (Actavis) (Texas DSHS).
- U.S. list price for the brand: there isn't one. Brand Skelaxin is discontinued in the U.S. U.S. list prices for the generic are shown above.
- How we compare: the label's dose is one 800 mg tablet three to four times a day, and metaxalone is for short-term muscle pain, so there's no set number of tablets a month. We list each pharmacy's packs as sold and compare the price per tablet.
- From the pharmacies we compared: for generic metaxalone 800 mg, before shipping (checked Nov 11, 2026). U.S. list prices for generic metaxalone 800 mg start at $45.00 for 100 tablets.
- With Medicare: your cost depends on your Part D plan. In 2026, deductibles are capped at $615 and yearly out-of-pocket costs for covered drugs at $2,100 (Medicare.gov).
How much does Skelaxin cost in the U.S.?
| If you have | What Skelaxin costs | Source |
|---|---|---|
| No insurance (brand list price) | None. The FDA lists brand Skelaxin as discontinued in the U.S. FDA-approved generic metaxalone is sold here; see the next row. | Drugs@FDA |
| No insurance (generic metaxalone) | FDA-approved generic metaxalone 800 mg is sold in the U.S. The Texas 2026 filing lists 100 tablets at $45.00 (ScieGen), $60.00 (Lannett), $150.00 (Dr. Reddy's) and $200.66 (Actavis) list price. Ask your pharmacist for the cash price. | Texas DSHS 2026 WAC report |
| Private or employer insurance | Your copay depends on your plan's drug list. Ask your plan whether it covers generic metaxalone. | FDA Orange Book |
| Medicare Part D | Your cost depends on your plan. In 2026, deductibles are capped at $615 and yearly out-of-pocket costs for covered drugs at $2,100. | Medicare.gov |
| Medicaid | Your state Medicaid program sets any copay. Ask your pharmacist or state Medicaid office. | Medicaid.gov |
The FDA lists brand Skelaxin as discontinued in the U.S. (Drugs@FDA), so this page shows no U.S. list price for the brand. FDA-approved generic metaxalone 800 mg tablets are sold by several U.S. makers. In the Texas 2026 drug price filing, a bottle of 100 tablets lists from $45.00 to $200.66, depending on the maker (Texas DSHS). List price is the maker's wholesale price before discounts, so pharmacies may charge more.
Skelaxin cost with Medicare in 2026
In 2026, Part D plans can charge a deductible of up to $615, and once your out-of-pocket spending on covered Part D drugs reaches $2,100, you pay nothing more for covered drugs for the rest of the year. What you pay for generic metaxalone depends on your plan's drug list.
| Medicare Part D | What Skelaxin costs | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Part D deductible | No Medicare drug plan may have a deductible above $615 in 2026. Some plans have none. | Medicare.gov |
| Yearly out-of-pocket cap | Once your out-of-pocket spending on covered Part D drugs reaches $2,100 in 2026, you pay nothing more for covered drugs that year. | Medicare.gov |
Skelaxin coupons and savings programs
We show the programs that usually fit, cheapest first where we know the price. Private insurance means a plan through work or one you buy yourself. Programs set their own rules, so check the terms before you count on one. We don't save this choice.
eDrugSearch does not offer its own Skelaxin coupons. Brand Skelaxin is discontinued in the U.S. These are the programs we could verify:
- Medicare Extra Help: if you have Medicare and limited income, Extra Help lowers what you pay for prescriptions. (Social Security)
- Medicare Prescription Payment Plan: a free Medicare option that spreads your drug costs into monthly payments across the year. It doesn't lower the total, but it can make costs easier to manage. (Medicare.gov)
Is there a generic Skelaxin?
Yes. The FDA has approved generic metaxalone 800 mg tablets from Sandoz, Amneal, Lannett, Actavis (Teva) and ScieGen, all rated equivalent to Skelaxin. Sandoz's was approved on March 31, 2010, and Amneal's has been listed as on the market since May 31, 2013. Generic 400 mg tablets are approved too. The FDA lists brand Skelaxin as discontinued in the U.S.
| Strength | U.S. generic | Makers | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 mg | Yes | ScieGen, Mountain | — |
| 800 mg | Yes | Sandoz, Amneal, Lannett, Actavis (Teva), ScieGen | May 31, 2013 |
Outside the U.S.: Online pharmacies abroad may also sell metaxalone made for other markets. Those packs are not FDA-approved, and the price table labels them that way.
Source: FDA Orange Book: metaxalone products. As of Nov 11, 2026.
Compare Skelaxin with similar drugs
Other medicines people often compare for muscle and joint pain. Robaxin and Zanaflex are also muscle relaxants. Naprosyn and Celebrex are anti-inflammatory pain relievers, a different kind of medicine. Prices are for each drug's lowest-priced strength.
| Drug | Type | Lowest price we found | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robaxinmethocarbamol | Muscle relaxant | From $0.42 per tablet | See prices |
| Zanaflextizanidine | Muscle relaxant for spasticity (alpha-2 agonist) | From $0.27 per tablet | See prices |
| Naprosynnaproxen | Pain and arthritis medicine (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, NSAID) | From $0.26 per tablet | See prices |
| Celebrexcelecoxib | Arthritis and pain medicine (NSAID, COX-2 inhibitor) | From $0.13 per capsule | See prices |
Lowest price per unit, before shipping, from licensed pharmacies shipping to the U.S., any strength. Only your doctor can decide whether another drug is right for you.
What is Skelaxin used for?
Skelaxin (metaxalone) is a muscle relaxant. According to the FDA label for metaxalone 800 mg tablets (DailyMed), it is used:
- Along with rest, physical therapy and other measures, to relieve the discomfort of acute, painful muscle and bone (musculoskeletal) conditions in adults and children 13 and older.
The label's dose is one 800 mg tablet three to four times a day. Metaxalone must not be used by people with severe kidney or liver problems or a tendency to certain types of anemia. The label warns that it can make you drowsy, especially with alcohol or other medicines that slow the nervous system, and that serotonin syndrome has been reported when it's taken with certain other medicines. Your prescriber decides which medicine is right for you.
Is it safe to order Skelaxin from Canada?
Many Americans do, but U.S. law and customs rules apply, and for Skelaxin, compare the U.S. price of FDA-approved generic metaxalone before you order. Federal law generally doesn't allow individuals to import prescription drugs, though under its personal importation policy the FDA has long used enforcement discretion for some personal-use shipments, generally no more than a three-month supply (FDA). Congress has said enforcement against individuals should focus on imports that pose a significant threat to public health (Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act section 804(j)(1), 21 U.S.C. 384(j)(1)). You need a prescription from your doctor. New U.S. Customs rules for mailed orders start January 20, 2027. Health Canada's drug database lists no product named Skelaxin (Health Canada), so we don't expect Canadian brand packs.
Read our guide to buying prescription drugs from Canada and what the 2027 customs rules mean. Compare licensed Canadian pharmacies.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Skelaxin cost without insurance?
Brand Skelaxin is discontinued in the U.S., so there's no current U.S. list price for it. FDA-approved generic metaxalone 800 mg is sold here: the Texas 2026 drug price filing lists 100 tablets from $45.00 to $200.66, depending on the maker. Pharmacies we compared charged from for the generic, before shipping (Nov 11, 2026). Ask your pharmacist for the cash price.
Is there a generic for Skelaxin?
Yes. The generic name is metaxalone. The FDA has approved generic 800 mg tablets from Sandoz, Amneal, Lannett, Actavis (Teva) and ScieGen, rated equivalent to Skelaxin. Ask your pharmacist whether a generic can fill your prescription.
Is Skelaxin discontinued?
Yes, in the U.S. The FDA's Drugs@FDA database lists Skelaxin 800 mg and 400 mg tablets as discontinued, and says they were not withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons. Generic metaxalone is still sold.
What is the price of metaxalone 800 mg?
In the Texas 2026 drug price filing, 100 tablets of generic metaxalone 800 mg list at $45.00 (ScieGen), $60.00 (Lannett), $150.00 (Dr. Reddy's) and $200.66 (Actavis). These are list prices, so what a pharmacy charges can differ. Pharmacies we compared charged from , before shipping (Nov 11, 2026).
Is there a Skelaxin coupon or savings card?
eDrugSearch doesn't offer coupons of its own. Brand Skelaxin is discontinued in the U.S. FDA-approved generic metaxalone is sold here; ask your pharmacist for its cash price. If you have Medicare and limited income, Extra Help can lower what you pay for prescriptions.
How much does Skelaxin cost with Medicare?
It depends on your Part D plan. In 2026, Part D deductibles are capped at $615 and out-of-pocket costs for covered drugs at $2,100 a year. People with limited income can apply for Extra Help.
Is metaxalone 640 mg the same as Skelaxin 800 mg?
No. The 640 mg tablet is a separate product. The FDA label for 800 mg tablets says the two are not substitutable on a milligram-for-milligram basis. Your prescription says which one you take, and this page prices 800 mg and 400 mg tablets only.
Sources
- Drugs@FDA: Skelaxin (NDA 013217) (800 mg and 400 mg tablets, King Pharmaceuticals: Discontinued; not withdrawn for safety or effectiveness reasons; checked 2026-11-11)
- FDA Orange Book: metaxalone products (generic 800 mg and 400 mg tablets, TE code AB)
- Drugs@FDA data: Sandoz metaxalone 800 mg (ANDA 040445) (approved March 31, 2010)
- FDA NDC Directory: Amneal metaxalone 800 mg (NDC 65162-553) (ANDA 203399, marketing start May 31, 2013)
- Metaxalone tablets 800 mg prescribing information (DailyMed) (Amneal, label dated March 2025)
- Texas DSHS: 2026 annual WAC report (metaxalone 800 mg, 100 tablets: ScieGen $45.00 (NDC 50228-323-01), Lannett $60.00 (NDC 00527-1435-01), Dr. Reddy's $150.00, Actavis $200.66)
- Health Canada Drug Product Database (no product named Skelaxin; checked 2026-11-11)
- Medicaid.gov: cost sharing
- Social Security: Medicare Extra Help
- Medicare Prescription Payment Plan
- Medicare.gov: Part D drug costs (deductible up to $615 and $2,100 out-of-pocket threshold in 2026)
- FDA: personal importation
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