Metaxalone
13 NDCs across 11 manufacturers|13 Generic,0 Brand
Metaxalone is used to treat muscle cramp, muscle rigidity, muscle spasticity, myositis, pain and spasm, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.
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The brand product was first FDA-approved before 1982, and the first generic was approved Mar 31, 2010. FDA's Orange Book lists 7 AB-rated (therapeutically equivalent) products for this ingredient. In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $8 million on Metaxalone across 72,000 claims for 28,000 beneficiaries.
Metaxalone is available as 13 NDCs from 11 manufacturers (13 generic, 0 brand), with NADAC prices from $0.45 to $2.59 per EA — the most expensive product costs about 5.7× the cheapest. Every pack size and labeler in this drug market is compared side-by-side below.
Total NDCs
13
13G / 0B
Manufacturers
11
competing in market
Price Spread
$0.45 – $2.59
per EA
7d Activity
avg +10.1% WoW · of 13 NDCs
Market Price Trend
Monthly average NADAC per unit, split by generic and brand.
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Major Pharmaceuticals manufacturer profile
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Manufacturer Breakdown
11 manufacturers producing METAXALONE(2 pricing outliers)
| Drug ↕ | Price | 7d Change ↕ |
|---|---|---|
METAXALONE 400 MG TABLET | $2.5929 per EA | -3.77% |
METAXALONE 400 MG TABLET | $2.5929 per EA | -3.77% |
METAXALONE 800 MG TABLET | $0.4524 per EA | +12.59% |
METAXALONE 800 MG TABLET | $0.4524 per EA | +12.59% |
METAXALONE 800 MG TABLET | $0.4524 per EA | +12.59% |
METAXALONE 800 MG TABLET | $0.4524 per EA | +12.59% |
METAXALONE 800 MG TABLET | $0.4524 per EA | +12.59% |
METAXALONE 800 MG TABLET | $0.4524 per EA | +12.59% |
METAXALONE 800 MG TABLET | $0.4524 per EA | +12.59% |
METAXALONE 800 MG TABLET | $0.4524 per EA | +12.59% |
METAXALONE 800 MG TABLET | $0.4524 per EA | +12.59% |
METAXALONE 800 MG TABLET | $0.4524 per EA | +12.59% |
METAXALONE 800 MG TABLET | $0.4524 per EA | +12.59% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metaxalone used to treat?
Metaxalone is used to treat muscle cramp, muscle rigidity, muscle spasticity, myositis, pain and spasm, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.
When did Metaxalone become available as a generic?
FDA approved the first generic Metaxalone (ANDA) on Mar 31, 2010. The Orange Book currently lists 7 AB-rated products for this ingredient, meaning FDA considers them therapeutically equivalent to the brand.
How much does Medicare spend on Metaxalone?
In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $8 million on Metaxalone across 72,000 claims for 28,000 beneficiaries.
How many Metaxalone products are on the market?
The Metaxalone drug market contains 13 NDCs from 11 manufacturers — 13 generic and 0 brand products.
What is the price range for Metaxalone?
NADAC reference prices for Metaxalone range from $0.4524 to $2.5929 per EA — the most expensive product costs about 5.7× the cheapest.
Which manufacturers make Metaxalone?
11 manufacturers list Metaxalone in NADAC. Ranked by number of NDCs, the largest are Major Pharmaceuticals (2), ScieGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (2), Amneal Pharmaceuticals of New York LLC (1), Cipla USA Inc. (1), Actavis Pharma, Inc. (1).
How has the price of Metaxalone changed recently?
Over the past 7 days, 11 Metaxalone NDCs rose and 2 fell, with a market-wide average change of +10.1%.