Key facts about Robaxin
What is Robaxin?
Robaxin is the brand name for methocarbamol and is available as an oral tablet.
What dosages is Robaxin available in?
Robaxin is available as a 500 mg, 750 mg, and 1000 mg oral tablet.
What is Robaxin used for?
Robaxin is a muscle relaxant that is used to treat muscle discomfort caused by acute (short-term) conditions.
How does Robaxin work?
Robaxin 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 Robaxin?
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 Robaxin 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 Robaxin?
Robaxin 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
Robaxin Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Robaxin:
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Drowsiness
- Blurry vision
- Headache
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
Robaxin Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Robaxin. 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 Robaxin
The following medications may interact with Robaxin:
- Robaxin may inhibit the effect of pyridostigmine bromide. Therefore, methocarbamol should be used with caution in patients with myasthenia gravis receiving anticholinesterase agents
Who makes Robaxin?
Schwarz Pharma, Inc.
Is Robaxin safe in pregnancy?
Robaxin 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.
