Question 1

what is the definition or description of: methocarbamol overdose?

Accepted Answer

See below: Methocarbamol is the generic name for robaxin, which is a muscle relaxant.  An overdose implies that a person has taken more than the recommended dose of robaxin and is suffering from complications from that which can include over sedation, respiratory depression, and even respiratory arrest.

Question 2

what is the treatment for methocarbamol overdose?

Accepted Answer

Life support: Basically support of respiration, circulation, blood pressure. If taken only minutes before induce vomiting and give activated charcoal.

Question 3

can i take two or three methocarbamol and not overdose?

Accepted Answer

Yes: However, the most Methocarbamol that i prescribe would be one or two at a time. Three most likely would not be harmful one time but three pills at a time should not be done on any regular basis since it is more then the prescibed dosing. If it is not helping at the prescibed dosing speak with your physician.

Question 4

if a 14 year old girl was taking robaxin (methocarbamol) 750mg and naproxen 500mg how much is to much till an overdose?

Accepted Answer

Call Poison Control: I suggest you do what we would do in the office and call the poison control center, 1-800-222-1222, and ask for advice. Though I should add, if there is any question of seriousness, get to the er asap.

Question 5

is methocarbamol a strong drug?

Accepted Answer

Yes: All drugs can have side effects. Methocarbamol can cause drowsiness, dizziness, stomach upset, blurred vision, change in urine color, itching, rash. It can be helpful for a short period of time as a "muscle relaxer." it can be habit forming, so it should be used with caution.

Question 6

is it bad to take methocarbamol?

Accepted Answer

Methocarbamol: No it is not bad to take methacabamol. As with any drug you want to take it for muscle spasm symptoms an then discontinue it when you no longer need it.

Question 7

does methocarbamol get you high?

Accepted Answer

No: It has the most favorable side effect profile of all muscle relaxants when it comes to mental clouding.

Question 8

does methocarbamol make you high?

Accepted Answer

Usually no: But everyone is different, so people have sedation from methocarbamol, so have symptoms like alcohol intoxication.  A few people abuse the medication because of these side effects.

Question 9

what is another name for methocarbamol?

Accepted Answer

Methocarbamol: Robaxin (methocarbamol).

Question 10

does methocarbamol have a relaxing effect?

Accepted Answer

Methocarbamol: Yes the drug may act as a muscle relaxant. It comes in 500 and 750mg tabs.

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