What does methocarbamol used for?

Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxer that is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury. Methocarbamol injection is sometimes used in the treatment of tetanus, (lockjaw) which causes painful tightening of the muscles.

How does methocarbamol make you feel?

Methocarbamol isn’t a narcotic. It’s a central nervous system (CNS) depressant and muscle relaxant used to treat muscle spasms, tension, and pain. It may be mistaken for a narcotic due to side effects like drowsiness and dizziness, which can feel like a drug “high.”

Does methocarbamol make you sleepy?

Methocarbamol oral tablet may cause drowsiness. It may also cause other side effects.

Can you take 2 methocarbamol 500 mg?

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 adjust your dose as needed.

Is methocarbamol good for back pain?

No severe adverse effects were observed during the study (7 symptoms in 5 patients). Conclusion: This study showed that methocarbamol, orally administered, is an efficient and well-tolerated therapeutic option for patients suffering from acute LBP and the typically associated restrictions of mobility.

What is the strongest muscle relaxer for back pain?

Methocarbamol. Methocarbamol works as a muscle relaxer by blocking pain sensations that reach the brain. Together with physical therapy and rest, it effectively provides pain relief with less sedating effects.

What is the difference between methocarbamol and tramadol?

Robaxin (methocarbamol) and Ultram (tramadol) are used to treat pain. Robaxin is specifically used to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury. Robaxin and belong to different drug classes. Robaxin is a muscle relaxant and Ultram is a pain reliever (analgesic) similar to an opioid (narcotic).