This activity reviews and indications, mechanism of promotion, and patient for methocarbamol as an option in the multimodal treatment of acute Feb 2, 2023 · Oral formulations of methocarbamol
Warnings
For pediatric patients: A minimum initial dose of 15 mg/kg or 500 mg/m 2
4h
Drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, stomach upset, nausea / vomiting, or
Methocarbamol (Oral) Generic name: methocarbamol [ meth-oh-KAR-ba
Children: In children 2 to 5 years of age (20 kg or less), the non-prescription liquid
For oral dosage forms (Vistaril® capsules or suspension): Adults—50 to 100 milligrams (mg) 4 times a day
If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist Usual Pediatric Dose for Nausea/Vomiting
25 to 12
Methocarbamol is indicated for the relief of acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions
For Pediatric Patients
5 mg/5 mL
Some people, especially the elderly, may also experience impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination
Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor
However, the dose is usually not more than 10 mg per day
In case of overdose, call a poison control centre or get medical help right away
The usual dose is 0
Age 12 years and older: 22 to 1400 mcg/day, with most patients adequately maintained on 90 to 703 mcg/day; there is limited experience with daily doses greater than 1000 mcg/day
Comments: An increase to the target dose for most patients of 1 mg/day may be made after 3 days
Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment
Common side effects of Robaxin include drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, confusion, headache, flushing, lowered heart rate, nausea, and vomiting