Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
Methocarbamol is used to relieve the discomfort caused by acute (short-term), painful muscle or bone conditions. However, this medicine does not take the place of rest, exercise, physical therapy, or other treatment that your doctor may recommend for your medical problem.
Methocarbamol injection is also used to treat tetanus (prolonged contraction of muscles). However, this medicine does not take the place of other treatments for tetanus. If you use any medicine to treat your tetanus, keep using it as ordered by your doctor
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
Portions of this document last updated: Sept. 01, 2023
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