Methocarbamol

What Is Methocarbamol Used For

What is Methocarbamol? Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant used to relieve pain or stiffness in your muscles. Methocarbamol is also used to treat muscle spasms.

If you experience or are concerned or require more information about any of the above conditions, please contact your healthcare prescriber about Methocarbamol.

How To Use Methocarbamol

Remember to take your medication at regular intervals between every dose so that your drug will work efficiently. It is also important to follow the instructions given and read the patient information leaflet provided as these will differ between different medication.

Methocarbamol is to be injected into a muscle or vein. Methocarbamol is to be given by a healthcare professional in a clinic or hospital setting.

Methocarbamol should only be taken as instructed by your healthcare prescriber. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your healthcare prescriber first or unless instructed to do so. If the medication is for your child, remember that the dosage instructions will differ, so please check prior to starting the medication.

Conflicting Medications With Methocarbamol

Always consult the doctor who prescribed Methocarbamol to you; as this is only a partial interacting medicines list:
  • Any medications that can cause drowsiness
It is very important to inform your healthcare prescriber of your medical history and the drugs that you are taking. For example, drugs that you are currently taking along with Methocarbamol may interact with each other. Inform your healthcare prescriber if you fall into any one of the following categories below:
  • Are a smoker
  • Use any other legal or illegal drugs or substances
  • Consume alcohol or caffeine on a regular basis

All of the categories listed above may affect the outcome of the medicine Methocarbamol and as a result give rise to unwanted side-effects.

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