A Collingswood native will be among those competing on this season's Big Brother, a reality show on CBS. Meg Maley, 25, is a server in New York City.
Take an over-the-counter pain medicine, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), or naproxen (Aleve). Read and follow all instructions on the label. If your doctor prescribes medicines for muscle cramps, take them exactly as prescribed. Call your doctor if you have any problems with your medicine.
My doctor prescribed Skelaxin for muscle cramps that were continuing after a bout that landed me in the emergency room. While in the hospital they treated me with Flexeril, which worked very well. I'm not sure why Skelaxin was prescribed instead of Flexeril afterward, but the nurse said they were equivalent.