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Methocarbamol Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Methocarbamol 500mg; tabs.
Pharmacological Class
Muscle relaxant (central).
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How Supplied
Contact supplier
Manufacturer
Methocarbamol Indications
Indications
Painful musculoskeletal conditions.
Methocarbamol Dosage and Administration
Adult
≥16yrs: initially 1.5g 4 times daily for 2–3 days; if severe, may give up to 8g/day. Maintenance: 1g 4 times daily.
Children
<16yrs: not established.
Methocarbamol Contraindications
Not Applicable
Methocarbamol Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Methocarbamol Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Methocarbamol Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Methocarbamol Interactions
Interactions
Alcohol and other CNS depressants potentiated. May antagonize pyridostigmine.
Methocarbamol Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Drowsiness, dizziness, GI upset, blurred vision, headache.
Methocarbamol Clinical Trials
See Literature
Methocarbamol Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Robaxin.
Methocarbamol Patient Counseling
See Literature
