Methocarbamol

Methocarbamol is usually prescribed to individuals suffering from acute and painful musculoskeletal conditions. It is a central nervous system depressant that acts as a sedative and as a skeletal muscle relaxant. Such individuals are also usually advised to take other measures to provide relief from muscular pain, like rest and physical therapy.

For the first two or three days of treatment, 6g is administered daily, though 8g could be given for severe conditions. After that, the dosage is generally reduced to about 4g per day. The medicine is administered orally and is available in the form of non-chewable tablets or capsules.

This medication has a tendency to impair mental or physical abilities that are required to handle tasks like driving motor vehicles or operating heavy machinery. The medicine must not be given to pregnant women, especially those who are in the early stages of pregnancy.

If the potential benefits outweigh the potential risks then only this medication should be prescribed. Caution should also be exercised while administering this medicine to nursing mothers.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

• Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain

• Muscle Spasm

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

• Coma

• Epilepsy

• Myasthenia Gravis

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

• Skin Rash

• Urine Discolouration

• Sleepiness

• Fatigue

• Drowsiness

• Fever

• Dizziness

• Blurred Vision

• Dry Mouth

• Stomach Upset

• Itching

• Chills

• Decreased Blood Pressure

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  This medication may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Patients should not drive or use machines, if they experience undesirable symptoms.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• What is the onset of action?

  The action of this medicine is initiated within 10 minutes after its administration.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  This medicine will remain active for about 6 - 8 hours after its administration.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medication, please consult your doctor.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Methocarbamol as ingredient

• Robid 300 Mg/50 Mg Injection

  Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Flexinol P 325 Mg/400 Mg Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Ultranac Mr 325 Mg/350 Mg Tablet

  Obsurge Biotech Ltd

• Talmin D 250 Mg/350 Mg Tablet

  Unimarck Healthcare Ltd

• Asolt At 46.5 Mg/325 Mg/400 Mg Tablet

  Profic Organic Ltd

• Robilid 100 Mg/100 Mg Tablet

  Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Unifen Mr 500 Mg/325 Mg/50 Mg Tablet

  Unimarck Healthcare Ltd

• Robinax 100Mg Injection

  Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Asolt XL 400 mg/325 mg/350 mg Tablet

  Profic Organic Ltd

• Mylaxol Tablet

  Numark Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

The exact mechanism of action of this medication has not been found yet. It is due to the fact that it does not directly work on the contractile mechanism of striated muscle, but, instead, work by suppressing the Central Nervous System.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  This medication interacts with anticholinergics, psychotropic drugs, and pyridostigmine bromide.

• Ques : What is Methocarbamol?

  Ans : This medication is a central nervous system depressant that acts as a sedative and as a skeletal muscle relaxant.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Methocarbamol before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Methocarbamol?

  Ans : For the first two or three days of treatment, 6 g is administered daily, though 8 g could be given for severe conditions. After that, the dosage is generally reduced to about 4 g per day.

• Ques : Should I use Methocarbamol empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Methocarbamol?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

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