Musculoskeletal pain:
Indications for: Methocarbamol
Painful musculoskeletal conditions.
Adult Dosage:
≥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 Dosage:
<16yrs: not established.
Methocarbamol Warnings/Precautions:
Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
See Also:
Methocarbamol Classification:
Muscle relaxant (central).
Methocarbamol Interactions:
Alcohol and other CNS depressants potentiated. May antagonize pyridostigmine.
Adverse Reactions:
Drowsiness, dizziness, GI upset, blurred vision, headache.
Note:
Formerly known under the brand name Robaxin.
How Supplied:
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