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Methocarbamol
How Methocarbamol works
Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm without reduction in strength. This improves pain and movement of muscles.
Side Effects
Sleepiness, Dryness in mouth
Usage
Methocarbamol is used for muscle relaxation
It relieves painful spasms of the skeletal muscles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Methocarbamol an NSAID/Benzo/strong drug?No, Methocarbamol does not belong to NSAID, or Benzodiazepine. It is a derivative of guaifenesin
Q. Is Methocarbamol 750 mg a narcotic/ habit forming?No, Methocarbamol is neither a narcotic nor a habit forming drug
Q. Is Methocarbamol the same as methadone?No, Methocarbamol is a derivative of guaifenesin while methadone is derivative of opium
Q. Can I take Methocarbamol for toothache/menstrual cramp/ headache/pain/tooth pain?Methocarbamol is not prescribed for the treatment of toothache/menstrual cramp/ headache/pain/tooth pain
Q. Is Methocarbamol stronger than Flexeril?No reports are available which confirm stronger activity of Methocarbamol compared with Flexeril.
