Robaxin Side Effects
Robaxin may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- drowsiness
- dizziness
- upset stomach
- blurred vision
- fever
- black, blue, or green discoloration of urine
Some adverse side effects are more serious:
Pregnant women are usually dissuaded from taking Robaxin as there’s a high possibility of fetal injury.
Warnings & Recalls for Robaxin
Before taking Robaxin,
- tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to methocarbamol, any other medications or any of the ingredients in Robaxin tablets. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for a list of the ingredients.
- tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications that you take including vitamins and supplements and be sure to mention any of the following: medications for seizures, depression, colds, or coughs; sedatives; and tranquilizers.
- tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are nursing. If you become pregnant while taking Robaxin, call your doctor.
- talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking Robaxin if you are 65 years of age or older. Older adults should not usually take Robaxin because it is not as safe or as effective as other medications that can be used to treat the same condition.
- you should know that this medication may make you drowsy, so do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how Robaxin affects you.
- talk to your doctor about the safe use of alcohol during your treatment with this medication. Alcohol can make the side effects of Robaxin worse.
The FDA had issued safety labeling guidelines for the drug Robaxin to inform the public the possibilities of serious adverse side effects while taking this drug which includes fetal injuries.
Robaxin Treatment and Use
Robaxin | Methocarbamol is a drug that’s manufactured by Actient Pharmaceuticals, LLC. Robaxin is used along with physical therapy, rest and other measures to alleviate pain and relax muscles caused sprains, strains and other injuries. Its drug classification is that of a muscle relaxant and works by slowing the activity of the nervous system to let the muscles in the body to relax. Robaxin comes as a tablet to take by mouth, usually 4 times a day and incrementally getting to larger doses.
Other Names for Robaxin
Methocarbamol
Lawsuits & Legal Information for Robaxin
Author:
Lainee Hooks
Posted on May 27, 2012
