Robaxin-750

Generic Name: methocarbamol (Oral route)

meth-oh-KAR-ba-mol

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

• Robaxin


• Robaxin-750

Available Dosage Forms:

• Tablet

Therapeutic Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant, Centrally Acting

Uses For Robaxin-750

Methocarbamol is used to relieve the discomfort caused by acute (short-term), painful muscle or bone conditions. However, this medicine does not take the place of rest, exercise, physical therapy, or other treatment that your doctor may recommend for your medical problem .

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription .

Before Using Robaxin-750

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of methocarbamol in children below 16 years of age. Safety and efficacy have not been established .

Geriatric

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatrics-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of methocarbamol in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more sensitive to the effects of this medicine than younger adults .

Pregnancy

	Pregnancy Category	Explanation
All Trimesters	C	Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

Studies in women suggest that this medication poses minimal risk to the infant when used during breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

• Adinazolam


• Alfentanil


• Alprazolam


• Amobarbital


• Anileridine


• Aprobarbital


• Bromazepam


• Brotizolam


• Butabarbital


• Butalbital


• Carisoprodol


• Chloral Hydrate


• Chlordiazepoxide


• Chlorzoxazone


• Clobazam


• Clonazepam


• Clorazepate


• Codeine


• Dantrolene


• Diazepam


• Estazolam


• Ethchlorvynol


• Fentanyl


• Flunitrazepam


• Flurazepam


• Halazepam


• Hydrocodone


• Hydromorphone


• Ketazolam


• Levorphanol


• Lorazepam


• Lormetazepam


• Medazepam


• Meperidine


• Mephenesin


• Mephobarbital


• Meprobamate


• Metaxalone


• Methocarbamol


• Methohexital


• Midazolam


• Morphine


• Morphine Sulfate Liposome


• Nitrazepam


• Nordazepam


• Oxazepam


• Oxycodone


• Oxymorphone


• Pentobarbital


• Phenobarbital


• Prazepam


• Primidone


• Propoxyphene


• Quazepam


• Remifentanil


• Secobarbital


• Sodium Oxybate


• Sufentanil


• Temazepam


• Thiopental


• Triazolam

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Other Medical Problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Kidney disease or


• Liver disease—Use with caution. The effects of this medicine may be increased because of slower removal from the body .

• Myasthenia gravis—Use with caution. Methocarbamol may worsen this condition .

Proper Use of methocarbamol

This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain methocarbamol. It may not be specific to Robaxin-750. Please read with care.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For oral dosage form (tablets):
  
  • For relaxing stiff muscles:
    
    • Adults—At first, three tablets of 500 milligrams (mg) or two tablets of 750 mg (total dose of 1500 mg) four times a day. Your doctor may decrease your dose after you begin to feel better.
    
    
    • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor .
    
    
  
  

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.

Precautions While Using Robaxin-750

It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to make sure that this medicine is working properly and to check for unwanted effects .

This medicine will add to the effects of alcohol and other CNS depressants (medicines that make you drowsy or less alert). Some examples of CNS depressants are antihistamines or medicine for hay fever, other allergies, or colds; sedatives, tranquilizers, or sleeping medicine; prescription pain medicine or narcotics; barbiturates; medicine for seizures; or anesthetics, including some dental anesthetics. Check with your medical doctor or dentist before taking any of the above while you are taking this medicine .

This medicine may cause some people to become dizzy or drowsy. Make sure you know how you react to this medicine before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous.

This medicine may change the color of your urine. Before you have any medical tests, tell your doctor that you are taking this medicine .

Robaxin-750 Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Incidence not known

• Abdominal or stomach pain


• black, tarry stools


• changes in skin color


• chest pain or discomfort


• chills


• clay-colored stools


• cough


• dark urine


• diarrhea


• difficulty swallowing


• dizziness


• fast heartbeat


• feeling of warmth


• fever


• headache


• hives


• itching


• joint or muscle pain


• large, hive-like swelling on face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs


• lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting


• loss of appetite


• loss of bladder control


• loss of consciousness


• loss of memory


• nausea


• numbness or tingling of face, hands, or feet


• pain, tenderness, or swelling of foot or leg


• painful or difficult urination


• problems with memory


• puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue


• redness and soreness of eyes


• redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest


• relaxed and calm


• shortness of breath


• skin rash


• sleepiness


• slow or irregular heartbeat


• sore throat


• sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth


• swollen glands


• tightness in chest


• total body jerking


• unpleasant breath odor


• unusual bleeding or bruising


• unusual tiredness or weakness


• vomiting of blood


• wheezing


• yellow eyes or skin

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:

Symptoms of Overdose

• Shaking or jerking of one area or side of the body


• sweating

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Incidence not known

• Acid or sour stomach


• belching


• double vision


• drowsiness


• feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings


• heartburn


• indigestion


• mood or mental changes


• seeing double


• sensation of spinning


• sleeplessness


• stomach discomfort, upset, or pain


• trouble sleeping


• unable to sleep


• uncontrolled eye movements

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

See also: Robaxin-750 side effects (in more detail)

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