Methocarbamol is used to relax muscles and alleviate pain and suffering resulting from strains, sprains, and other muscular injuries. It belongs to the family of medications known as muscle relaxants and functions by slowing nerve system activity, allowing the body to relax.
Methocarbamol relieves musculoskeletal pain for a limited time. The resulting discomfort can be addressed in a multifaceted manner with proper rest, physiotherapy, and pain medication.
It may be used to treat pain in several areas of the body. However, its effectiveness is restricted in treating pain caused by rheumatoid arthritis, low back pain, and cerebral palsy.
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Precautionary Measures
When administering Methocarbamol, the prescribing physician should be aware of any preexisting renal illness, myasthenia gravis, or seizure episodes. Pregnant or nursing women should use this medication cautiously since it is dangerous and not recommended. Methocarbamol can harm a foetus, and children under 16 are discouraged from using the medication.
Methocarbamol is not recommended to be taken in conjunction with other medications such as Diazepam, Valium, and others. The doctor should be told if a patient is taking sleeping pills, vitamins, other muscle relaxants, or seizure medications.
Administration
Methocarbamol should be taken solely on the advice of a physician and following the instructions on the prescription label. The medication dose, often given orally, may be gradually lowered in the final phases of therapy. The medication treats musculoskeletal pain and can be injected for fast relief, and it can be administered intravenously at the beginning of treatment, followed by oral administration.
When administered intravenously, Methocarbamol may cause discomfort, burning, or swelling at the injection site, which should be reported to the doctor. The drug should be kept at room temperature, away from moisture and heat, and away from light.
Caution in Use
Methocarbamol should be used with caution or avoided in some circumstances, such as myasthenia gravis, alcohol use, driving, or vigorous exercise. Taking the medication may produce dizziness or sleepiness, resulting in an accident, injury, or fall.
The medication should be avoided if an allergic response occurs when using methocarbamol. Additionally, methocarbamol might impair coordination and focus, and it is preferable to avoid it when working heavy machinery or driving a car since it may hinder actions that need attention.
Side Effects
Methocarbamol may have side effects, the most common of which is an allergic response. It might be accompanied by shortness of breath, hives, and swelling of the lips, cheeks, neck, or tongue.
Additional advanced responses may include a slowed heartbeat, seizure, yellowing of the eyes or skin, a sense of fainting, or a local reaction of redness and swelling at the injection site. Upon detection, the medication should be discontinued promptly.
In addition to these side effects, Methocarbamol may cause fever, nausea, vomiting, mental confusion, memory loss, decreased bodily coordination, sleeplessness, and flushing syndrome. If these adverse effects develop at any stage of medicine administration, a doctor should be consulted.
A fatal medication overdose can cause significant sleepiness, nausea, and violent convulsions that lead to a coma. This situation requires immediate medical attention.
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References:
- https://www.healthline.com/health/drugs/methocarbamol-oral-tablet
- https://www.drugs.com/methocarbamol.html