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Methocarbamol Key Facts
What dosages is Methocarbamol available in?
Methocarbamol is available as a 500 mg, 750 mg, and 1000 mg oral tablet.
What is Methocarbamol used for?
Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant that is used to treat muscle discomfort caused by acute (short-term) conditions.
How does Methocarbamol work?
Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant. Experts aren’t exactly sure how it works, since it doesn’t work directly on the muscles. They believe Methocarbamol relieves pain by relaxing the nerves that make your muscles tighten or cramp up.
How do I take Methocarbamol?
For people age 16 years and older, the typical starting dose for the tablets is 1,500 mg by mouth four times a day. After the first two or three days of treatment, your provider might lower your dose. You’ll continue to take Methocarbamol at this maintenance dose. There are many possible maintenance dosing schedules, such as 750 mg by mouth up to six times a day; 1,000 mg four times a day; and 1,500 mg three times a day.
Is it safe for me to take Methocarbamol?
Methocarbamol is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you
Methocarbamol Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Methocarbamol:
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Drowsiness
- Blurry vision
- Headache
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
Methocarbamol Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Methocarbamol. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Allergic reaction: trouble breathing; rash; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Seizure
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Methocarbamol
The following medications may interact with Methocarbamol:
- Methocarbamol may inhibit the effect of pyridostigmine bromide. Therefore, Methocarbamol should be used with caution in patients with myasthenia gravis receiving anticholinesterase agents
Who makes Methocarbamol?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is Methocarbamol safe in pregnancy?
Methocarbamol should not be used in women who are or may become pregnant and particularly during early pregnancy unless in the judgment of the physician the potential benefits outweigh the possible hazards.
What is the brand name for Methocarbamol?
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