Methocarbamol + Paracetamol Benefits & Uses

Methocarbamol + Paracetamol is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Pain
Muscle Spasms

Methocarbamol + Paracetamol Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Muscle Ache Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 400 mg methocarbamol and 500 mg paracetamol
Geriatric	Disease: Muscle Ache Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 400 mg methocarbamol and 500 mg paracetamol

Methocarbamol + Paracetamol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Methocarbamol + Paracetamol is used -

Severe

Liver Damage
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Anaphylactic reaction
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Edema

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Erythema

Mild

Dizziness
Drowsiness
Nausea or vomiting
Metallic taste in mouth
Swelling
Rash
Diarrhoea
Injection Site Allergic Reaction

Methocarbamol + Paracetamol Related Warnings

Is the use of Methocarbamol + Paracetamol safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Methocarbamol + Paracetamol in pregnant women.
Is the use of Methocarbamol + Paracetamol safe during breastfeeding?

Methocarbamol + Paracetamol does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Methocarbamol + Paracetamol on the Kidneys?

Methocarbamol + Paracetamol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Methocarbamol + Paracetamol on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Methocarbamol + Paracetamol. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Methocarbamol + Paracetamol on the Heart?

Side effects of Methocarbamol + Paracetamol rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Methocarbamol + Paracetamol with Other Drugs

Methocarbamol + Paracetamol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Metamizole

Severe

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Phenylephrine

Dextromethorphan

Phenytoin

Aspirin

Busulfan

Cholestyramine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Rifampicin

Mild

Carbamazepine

Methocarbamol + Paracetamol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Methocarbamol + Paracetamol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Methocarbamol + Paracetamol

Is this Methocarbamol + Paracetamol habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Methocarbamol + Paracetamol is addictive.

Methocarbamol + Paracetamol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Methocarbamol + Paracetamol

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Methocarbamol + Paracetamol, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Methocarbamol + Paracetamol

Consumption of alcohol and Methocarbamol + Paracetamol together may have severe effects on your health.