Methocarbamol
Information about Methocarbamol
Methocarbamol uses
Methocarbamol is used for muscle relaxation. It relieves painful spasms of the skeletal muscles.
How methocarbamol works
Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm without reduction in strength. This improves pain and movement of muscles.
Common side effects of methocarbamol
Dizziness, Blurred vision, Sedation, Anaphylactic reaction, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Dyspepsia, Nausea, Vomiting, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Memory loss, Vertigo, Inflammation of vein, Injection site pain
Available Medicine for Methocarbamol
Expert advice for Methocarbamol
- Methocarbamol provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
- Take it with or after food or a glass of milk.
- Methocarbamol may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Methocarbamol as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.
Frequently asked questions for Methocarbamol
Methocarbamol
Q. Is Methocarbamol an NSAID/Benzo/strong drug?
No, Methocarbamol does not belong to NSAID, or Benzodiazepine. It is a derivative of guaifenesin
Q. Is Methocarbamol 750 mg a narcotic/ habit forming?
No, Methocarbamol is neither a narcotic nor a habit forming drug
Q. Is Methocarbamol the same as methadone?
No, Methocarbamol is a derivative of guaifenesin while methadone is derivative of opium