Methocarbamol Tablets

Methocarbamol tablet, USP, a carbamate derivative of guaifenesin, is a central nervous system (CNS) depressant with sedative and musculoskeletal relaxant properties.

The chemical name of methocarbamol is 1,2-Propanediol,3-(2-methoxyphenoxy)-,1-Carbamate,(±)-.(or) (±)-3-(o-Methoxyphenoxy)-1,2-Propanediol 1-carbamate and has the empirical formula C11H15NO5. Its molecular weight is 241.24g/mol. The structural formula is shown below.

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Methocarbamol is a white powder, sparingly soluble in water and in chloroform, soluble in alcohol (only with heating), insoluble in benzene and in n-hexane.

Methocarbamol tablets, USP are available as 500 mg and 750 mg tablets for oral administration.

Methocarbamol tablets, USP 500 mg are light orange colored, round shaped film coated tablets debossed with "G" above the score line on one side and "500" on other side.

Methocarbamol tablets, USP 750 mg are light orange colored, caplet shaped film coated tablets debossed with "G" on one side and "750" on other side.

Methocarbamol tablets, USP 500 mg and 750 mg contain the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, maize starch, povidone, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium starch glycolate, and stearic acid.

The tabets are coated with Aquarius Prime which contains FD&C yellow 6, hydroxypropylcellulose, hypromellose, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, and titanium dioxide

The mechanism of action of methocarbamol in humans has not been established, but may be due to general central nervous system (CNS) depression. It has no direct action on the contractile mechanism of striated muscle, the motor end plate or the nerve fiber.

Methocarbamol tablets, USP are indicated as an adjunct to rest, physical therapy, and other measures for the relief of discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions. The mode of action of methocarbamol has not been clearly identified, but may be related to its sedative properties. Methocarbamol does not directly relax tense skeletal muscles in man.

Methocarbamol tablets are contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to methocarbamol or to any of the tablet components.

Since methocarbamol may possess a general CNS depressant effect, patients receiving Methocarbamol tablets should be cautioned about combined effects with alcohol and other CNS depressants.

Safe use of Methocarbamol tablets has not been established with regard to possible adverse effects upon fetal development. There have been reports of fetal and congenital abnormalities following in utero exposure to methocarbamol. Therefore, Methocarbamol tablets should not be used in women who are or may become pregnant and particularly during early pregnancy unless in the judgment of the physician the potential benefits outweigh the possible hazards (see PRECAUTIONS, Pregnancy ).

Use in Activities Requiring Mental Alertness

Methocarbamol may impair mental and/or physical abilities required for performance of hazardous tasks, such as operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle. Patients should be cautioned about operating machinery, including automobiles, until they are reasonably certain that methocarbamol therapy does not adversely affect their ability to engage in such activities.

Adverse reactions reported coincident with the administration of methocarbamol include:

Body as a whole:  Anaphylactic reaction, angioneurotic edema, fever, headache

Cardiovascular system:   Bradycardia, flushing, hypotension, syncope, thrombophlebitis

Digestive system:   Dyspepsia, jaundice (including cholestatic jaundice), nausea and vomiting

Hemic and lymphatic system:  Leukopenia

Immune system:    Hypersensitivity reactions

Nervous system:   Amnesia, confusion, diplopia, dizziness or lightheadedness, drowsiness, insomnia, mild muscular incoordination, nystagmus, sedation, seizures(including grand mal), vertigo

Skin and special senses: Blurred vision, conjunctivitis, nasal congestion, metallic taste, pruritus, rash, Urticaria

To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Granules USA, Inc. at 1-877-770-3183 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch

Limited information is available on the acute toxicity of methocarbamol. Overdose of methocarbamol is frequently in conjunction with alcohol or other CNS depressants and includes the following symptoms: nausea, drowsiness, blurred vision, hypotension, seizures, and coma.

In post-marketing experience, deaths have been reported with an overdose of methocarbamol alone or in the presence of other CNS depressants, alcohol or psychotropic drugs.

Methocarbamol Tablets, USP 500 mg – Adults:
Initial dosage: 3 tablets 4 times daily
Maintenance dosage: 2 tablets 4 times daily
Methocarbamol Tablets, USP 750 mg – Adults:
Initial dosage: 2 tablets 4 times daily 
Maintenance dosage: 1 tablet every 4 hours or 2 tablets three times daily

Six grams a day are recommended for the first 48 to 72 hours of treatment. (For severe conditions 8 grams a day may be administered). Thereafter, the dosage can usually be reduced to approximately 4 grams a day.

Methocarbamol tablets, USP 750 mg are light orange colored, capletshaped film coated tablets debossed with G on one side and 750 on other side.

NDC 68071-4505-2 BOTTLES OF 20

NDC 68071-4505-1 BOTTLES OF 21

NDC 68071-4505-3 BOTTLES OF 30

NDC 68071-4505-6 BOTTLES OF 60

Store between 20ºC and 25ºC (68ºF and 77º F)

[see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Dispense in tight container.

Manufactured for:

Granules USA, Inc.

Parsippany, NJ 07054

Toll-free: 1-877-770-3183

Manufactured by:

Granules India Limited

Hyderabad-500 081

Made in India

Issued: January 2017

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