Robaxin (Oral)
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Is Robaxin generic for Vicodin?
Is Robaxin a generic drug for Vicodin, or is it just a muscle relaxer with pain medication included?
by Robaxin in West Virginia, 12/02/2005
is robaxin 750mg a narcotic
is robaxin a narcotic? and or a controlled substance? also along with it being a muscle relaxiant is it like a soma as in does it help alot with muscle pain?
by shannon in memphis,tn, 08/06/2007
Robaxin (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information
Robaxin (Oral)
Robaxin (Oral) Medication Classification
METHOCARBAMOL (By mouth)
Robaxin (Oral) Brandname
Robaxin-750, Robaxin
Robaxin (Oral) is used for the Treatment
Methocarbamol (meth-oh-KAR-ba-mole) Treats muscle pain and spasms.Belongs to a class of drugs called muscle relaxants.
When To Not Use Robaxin (Oral)
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to methocarbamol or to related medicine such as Norgesic® or Equanil®.
How Should You Use Robaxin (Oral)
Tablet
- Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
- You should not use a larger dose or take more often than your doctor ordered. If a dose is missed:
- Take the missed dose as soon as you remember if it is in within one hour of your dose time. If it is more than one hour later, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
Proper Robaxin (Oral) Storage
Store Robaxin (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Robaxin (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using Robaxin (Oral)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking any medicine that can make you sleepy such as sleeping pills, sedatives, antidepressants, cold and allergy medicines, or pain.
Robaxin (Oral) Warnings
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
- Methocarbamol makes some people dizzy or drowsy. Be careful if driving a car or using machinery.
- This medicine can make your urine turn brown, black, or green. This is not a cause for concern.
Robaxin (Oral) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Trouble breathing
- Skin rash, hives, or itching
- Slurred speech or severe drowsiness
- Fever If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Headache
- Drowsiness or dizziness
- Nausea
- Loss of appetite or metallic taste
- Nasal congestion
