Methocarbamol

( Robaxin )

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jul 25, 2022

Drug Details

Generic Name:

Methocarbamol

Common Brands:

Robaxin (discontinued)

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Skeletal muscle relaxant

Forms:

Tablet, injection solution

Administration:

By mouth, by intramuscular (IM) or intravenous (IV) infusion

Therapeutic Uses:

Muscle spasms and muscle aches and pains

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance

Methocarbamol Drug Class

Methocarbamol (meh-toh-car-bah-moll) belongs to a group of medications called skeletal muscle relaxants.

Methocarbamol Age Range

Methocarbamol is approved for use in adults and children over the age of 16 years. The safety and efficacy of methocarbamol in pediatric patients below 16 years of age have not been established.

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