Methocarbamol

Category: pharmacological

Aliases: Robaxin

Pharmacological Mechanism

Centrally-acting muscle relaxant — exact mechanism not well-defined; CNS depression contributes. Lower anticholinergic burden than cyclobenzaprine; preferred in elderly. Used for acute musculoskeletal pain.

Half-Life (t½)

PO: 1.5h, IV: 1.5h

Dosing Guidelines

• PO: Typical 1500mg (Range: 500 - 1500 mg)

Target Organ Systems

• nervous
• musculoskeletal