Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain
sensations) that are sent to your brain.
Methocarbamol is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle
conditions such as pain or injury.
Methocarbamol may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking methocarbamol?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to methocarbamol.
Before using methocarbamol, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you
have myasthenia gravis.
FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby,
especially during early pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become
pregnant during treatment.
Methocarbamol can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use
this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I take methocarbamol?
Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger
amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
You may need to reduce your methocarbamol dose after the first 2 or 3 days of treatment.
Follow your doctor's instructions regarding the number of tablets you take each day.
This medication can cause you to have unusual results with certain medical tests. Tell any
doctor who treats you that you are using methocarbamol.
Methocarbamol is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include
rest, physical therapy, or other pain relief measures. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Store methocarbamol at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose of methocarbamol?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose,
wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
Do not
take extra
medicine to make up the missed dose.
Where can I get more information about methocarbamol?
Your pharmacist has information about methocarbamol written for health professionals that you may read.
What are the possible side effects of methocarbamol?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these
signs of an allergic
reaction:
hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using methocarbamol and call your doctor at once if you have any of these
serious side effects:
slow heart rate;
feeling like you might pass out;
jaundice (yellowing of your skin or eyes);
confusion, spinning sensation, loss of balance; or
seizure (convulsions).
Less serious side effects may include:
dizziness, drowsiness;
nausea, vomiting;
warmth, redness, or tingly feeling under your skin;
fever;
headache;
memory problems;
blurred vision;
sleep problems (insomnia);
stuffy nose; or
mild skin rash or itching.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell
your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is the most important information I should know about methocarbamol?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to methocarbamol.
Before using methocarbamol, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you
have myasthenia gravis.
You may need to reduce your methocarbamol dose after the first 2 or 3 days of treatment.
Follow your doctor's instructions regarding the number of tablets you take each day.
Methocarbamol can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be
careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
Avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking methocarbamol. It may cause dangerous
side effects.
What should I avoid while taking methocarbamol?
Methocarbamol can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be
careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
Avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking methocarbamol. It may cause dangerous
side effects.
Cold or allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, and medicine for
seizures, depression or anxiety can add to sleepiness caused by methocarbamol. Tell your doctor
if you regularly use any of these medicines, or any other muscle relaxer.
What other drugs will affect methocarbamol?
The following drugs can interact with methocarbamol. Tell your doctor if you are using
any of these:
pyridostigmine (Mestinon);
donepezil (Aricept);
galantamine (Reminyl);
rivastigmine (Exelon); or
tacrine (Cognex).
This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact
with methocarbamol. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter
medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not
start a new medication without telling your doctor.
What happens if I have an overdose of methocarbamol?
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share
your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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