Methocarbamol
Also sold as: Robaxin
Prescription neededMuscle relaxants
Comes as:Tablet
Usual adult dose
Usual adult dose: 1.5 g four times a day for the first 2 to 3 days, then 750 mg to 1 g three to four times a day. Use for short periods only.
Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.
Side effects
Common
- drowsiness
- dizziness
- headache
- nausea
- dark or greenish urine (harmless)
Serious — get help
Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:
- fainting
- slow heartbeat
- severe allergic reaction (rash
- swelling
- difficulty breathing)
Do not take it, or take care, if
- Myasthenia gravis
- Epilepsy or serious kidney disease (use with caution)
- Do not drink alcohol or drive if drowsy
Interactions
Medicines that can react with this one.