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Robinax 500 mg Tablet

Manufactured byKhandelwal Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsMethocarbamol
Description
Robinax 500 mg Tablet is used to relieve the pain and discomfort associated with sprains or any muscle injuries. This medicine is used along rest and physical therapy to get the best possible effect. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Robinax 500 mg Tablet

  • Dizziness and Drowsiness
  • Lightheadedness
  • Blurred vision
  • Fever
  • Black, blue, or green discolouration of urine
  • Rash
  • Itching
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Loss of appetite

Uses of Robinax 500 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Muscle spasm
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 30 minutes of administration of the dose.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentration. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendency has been reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesirable side effects. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to methocarbamol or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesirable side effects. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
General warnings

Drowsiness

Use of this medicine may cause drowsiness. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery during treatment with this medicine.

Pediatric use

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 16 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentration. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine

Amitriptyline

Fluvoxamine

Tramadol

Oxycodone

Morphine

Sodium oxybate

Doxazosin

Meprobamate

Atenolol

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. You may take this medicine with food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine before completion of the course/without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
It acts on the nervous system and reduces muscle spasms, allowing the muscles to relax.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Skeletal muscle relaxants

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00423

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Information on this page was last updated on 18 Feb 2020

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