ROBAXIN (METHOCARBAMOL)
ROBAXIN (METHOCARBAMOL) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: ROBAXIN; Generic name: METHOCARBAMOL; Drug class: Muscle Relaxant [EPC].
| Brand name | ROBAXIN |
|---|---|
| Generic name | METHOCARBAMOL |
| Drug class | Muscle Relaxant [EPC] |
| Manufacturer | Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. |
| Used for | INDICATIONS AND USAGE The injectable form of methocarbamol is indicated as an adjunct to rest, physical therapy, and other measures for the relief of discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions. The mode of action of this drug has not been clearly identified, but may be related to its sedative properties. Methocarbamol does not directly relax tense skeletal muscles in man. |
| Dosage | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For Intravenous and Intramuscular Use Only. Total adult dosage should not exceed 30 mL (3 vials) a day for more than 3 consecutive days except in the treatment of tetanus. If the condition persists, a like course may be repeated after a drug-free interval of 48 hours. Dosage and frequency of injection should be based on the severity of the condition being treated and therapeutic response noted. For the relief of symptoms of moderate degree, one dose of 1 gram (one 10 mL |
| Warnings | WARNINGS Since methocarbamol may possess a general CNS depressant effect, patients receiving ROBAXIN Injectable should be cautioned about combined effects with alcohol and other CNS depressants. Safe use of ROBAXIN Injectable has not been established with regard to possible adverse effects upon fetal development. There have been very rare reports of fetal and congenital abnormalities following in utero exposure to methocarbamol. Therefore, ROBAXIN Injectable should not be used in women who are o |
| Active ingredient(s) | METHOCARBAMOL |
| Route | INTRAMUSCULAR |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=090a3d3d-92c3-4c30-a648-436461f81702 |