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This combination medication is used to relieve the pain and discomfort associated with muscle pain (musculoskeletal).
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Robaxisal
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Methocarbamol W/aspirin images:
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methocarbamol W/aspirin
Robaxisal
Uses
This combination medication is used to relieve the pain and discomfort associated with muscle pain (musculoskeletal).
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include rapid breathing, vomiting, stomach pain, ringing in the ears, restlessness, and seizures.
How To Use
- Take Methocarbamol W/aspirin by mouth with food or milk if stomach upset occurs.
- Take Methocarbamol W/aspirin with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
- Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking Methocarbamol W/aspirin.
- Take Methocarbamol W/aspirin exactly as prescribed.
- Do not increase the dose or take it more often or continue taking this for longer than prescribed.
Side Effects
- Stomach upset, headache, blurred vision, drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness may occur.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly.
- Notify your doctor promptly if you develop: rapid heart rate, fainting, black stools, dark urine, yellowing eyes, hearing problems, easy bruising, mental confusion, hallucinations.
- Methocarbamol W/aspirin may cause your urine to turn green-black in color.
- This harmless effect is temporary and will disappear when the medication is stopped.
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Methocarbamol W/aspirin, seek immediate medical attention.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: kidney or liver disease, blood disorders, prostate or bladder problems, myasthenia gravis, ulcers or intestinal problems, glaucoma, nasal polyps, asthma, any allergies.
- Methocarbamol W/aspirin contains aspirin.
- Children and teenagers should not take aspirin if they have chickenpox, influenza or any undiagnosed illness without first consulting a doctor about Reye s syndrome, a rare but serious illness.
- Use caution performing tasks requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery.
- Limit alcohol intake.
- Methocarbamol W/aspirin may cause stomach bleeding.
- Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with Methocarbamol W/aspirin, may increase your risk for stomach bleeding.
- Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
- Aspirin is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
- Consult your doctor before using Methocarbamol W/aspirin.
- Methocarbamol W/aspirin is excreted into breast milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double-up the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription medication you may use including: medication for depression or seizures, all pain relievers, blood thinners (anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs such as heparins, warfarin, NSAIDs), corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), methotrexate, sleeping pills or sedatives.
- Aspirin is an ingredient in many over-the-counter products.
- To prevent an overdose of aspirin, read the labels carefully before taking other pain relievers or cold products to be sure they do not contain aspirin.
- Consult your pharmacist if you are uncertain your over-the-counter products contain aspirin.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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