Question 1

what is robaxin (methocarbamol) used for?

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Muscle relaxer: It's a muscle relaxer used to treat muscle spasm/tightness.

Question 2

what is another name for methocarbamol?

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Methocarbamol: Robaxin (methocarbamol).

Question 3

what is the treatment for methocarbamol overdose?

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

Question 4

is methocarbamol a strong drug?

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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 5

is it bad to take methocarbamol?

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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 6

does methocarbamol get you high?

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

Question 7

does methocarbamol make you high?

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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 8

how safe is 750mg of methocarbamol?

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: This strength is commonly used so I would think it is safe. Take care.

Question 9

is it ok to take expired methocarbamol?

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When expired?: Depends on how long ago it expired and the conditions in which it was kept.  The expiration date includes for most medication an extra years worth of safety (not true for many drugs, particularly injectables).  I would not fret if were a year expired.

Question 10

what happens if u take 3 methocarbamol?

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Depends: Methocarbamol comes in 500 mg and 750 mg forms - 3 of the 500 mg tabs would be ok, whereas 3 of the 750 is above the recommended dose.  Side effects could include slowed heart rate, decreased blood pressure, confusion, sleepiness, etc.  Presumably it's out of your system by now but if you're still having side effects, see a physician.

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