৳ 13/unit
Pack: ৳ 130
৳ 13/unit
Pack: ৳ 130
At a glance
Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant used for relief of muscle stiffness, tension, and spasms associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions.
Indications
- Relief of muscle stiffness, tension, and spasms associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions - as an adjunct to rest, physical therapy, and other measures
- Tetanus (adjunctive therapy)
Pharmacology
Methocarbamol blocks spinal polysynaptic reflexes, decreases nerve transmission in spinal and supraspinal polysynaptic pathways, and prolongs the refractory period of muscle cells to relax muscles.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- Muscle spasm: 1.5 g q6hr for 48-72 hours; not to exceed 8 g/day; THEN decrease to 4-4.5 g/day divided q4-8hr
- Tetanus (IV): 1-2 g IV (at 300 mg/min), THEN additional 1-2 g IV infusion; total up to 24 g/day
Children (Tetanus): 15 mg/kg/dose IV q6hr OR 500 mg/m²/dose; not to exceed 1.8 g/m²/day for 3 days only
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Sleepiness
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness/lightheadedness
- Fatigue
- Vomiting, constipation
- Sweating
- Injection site reactions (pain, redness, swelling)
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Methocarbamol may be unsafe during pregnancy (Category C); no animal studies; use only if clearly needed.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- Caution when driving or doing activities requiring concentration (may cause drowsiness and dizziness)
- Avoid alcohol (may cause excessive drowsiness)
- Caution in epilepsy or myasthenia gravis
- Do not use parenteral form in renal impairment
- Monitor liver and kidney function with long-term use
Overdose effects
Overdose may cause nausea, drowsiness, blurred vision, hypotension, seizures, coma; symptomatic and supportive treatment.
Storage conditions
Protect from light, store below 30°C; keep out of reach of children.