Robaxin
Robaxin 500mg tablets contain methocarbamol, a muscle relaxant for the spasm, stiffness and pain that follow a strain, sprain or other muscle injury.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500mg | 30 tablets | $51.00 | $1.70 |
| 500mg | 60 tablets | $83.40 | $1.39 |
| 500mg | 90 tablets | $119.70 | $1.33 |
| 500mg | 120 tablets | $147.60 | $1.23 |
| 500mg | 180 tablets | $190.80 | $1.06 |
| 500mg | 270 tablets | $264.60 | $0.98 |
| 500mg | 360 tablets | $306.00 | $0.85 |
- Category
- Pain Management
- Active ingredient
- Methocarbamol
- Route
- Oral
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 500mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
Shipped in a discreet, unmarked envelope.
Details
- Conditions
- Muscle spasms · Muscle pain
- Therapeutic Class
- Skeletal muscle relaxant
- Pharmacological Class
- Carbamate derivative
- Minor Side Effects
- Drowsiness, Dizziness
- Moderate Side Effects
- Blurred vision, Lightheadedness
- Dosage Forms
- Tablet
- Administration Route
- Oral
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset Time
- 30 minutes
- Duration
- 4-6 hours
- Storage Instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug Interactions
- Alcohol, CNS depressants
- Age Restrictions
- Children under 12 not recommended.
What you will receive
Robaxin is the originator brand name, made by Pfizer. We use it to identify the medicine; the pack you receive is a generic equivalent, not the original Robaxin.
- The same active ingredient (Methocarbamol) at the same strength.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock when your order ships.
FAQ
Which Robaxin strengths and pack sizes can I order?
Robaxin is offered as generic methocarbamol, not the original Robaxin, in 500mg tablets. Packs run from 30 to 360 tablets. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
How are large Robaxin orders delivered to Hong Kong?
Generic methocarbamol orders ship by tracked courier in 5 to 9 business days with online tracking, or by standard airmail in 14 to 21 business days, 30 at most, untracked. Very large orders over 120 units may be split into several parcels.
Is Robaxin the same as methocarbamol?
Yes. Methocarbamol is the active ingredient and Robaxin is a brand name for it. The 500mg tablets listed here contain methocarbamol, so the ingredient page applies to them in full.
Does Robaxin make you sleepy?
Often, yes, mostly in the first days. Plan early doses for times you do not need to drive, and leave alcohol out, since it deepens the drowsiness.
How is Robaxin different from ibuprofen or paracetamol?
Ibuprofen and paracetamol relieve pain, and ibuprofen also reduces inflammation. Methocarbamol relaxes tight muscles by acting on the nervous system, so it targets spasm. Different problems call for different tools, and the two kinds are sometimes used in the same week.
Can Robaxin be used for months?
It is intended for short courses during the acute phase of a muscle injury. Long-term back or joint pain is not what it is meant for, and the relief it gives comes from easing spasm rather than treating the underlying cause.
About Robaxin
A locked neck after a night on the wrong pillow, or a back wrenched lifting boxes: this is what Robaxin is for. It is methocarbamol in 500mg tablets, a muscle relaxant for the stiffness of a strain or sprain. The full ingredient write-up is on the methocarbamol page.
What it is used for
Picture a back that seized up after moving boxes. Methocarbamol is used with rest and physical therapy for exactly that kind of acute, painful muscle problem. It slows activity in the nervous system, so the tight muscle lets go; the muscle itself is not the target. Spasm is what it eases, not inflammation, and only for the weeks while an injury settles. Long-standing back trouble is a different matter.
How do I take Robaxin?
Usually four times a day at first, spread over the hours you are awake, with water; food makes no difference. Forgot one? Take it if the next dose is still a while away, otherwise skip it, and never take two at once. A dry cupboard at room temperature is the right place for the pack.
Effects and cautions
Sleepiness and dizziness show up first. An upset stomach, blurred vision or a mild fever can follow. Dark, blue or green urine looks alarming but is a recognised effect.
Rash or itching is the one that matters: it points to allergy, and the tablets stop. Alcohol, antihistamines and other sedatives all add to the drowsiness, so wait to drive until you know how it hits you. Over-65s are usually steered to other options, because methocarbamol is less safe for them.
Where this listing fits
Robaxin is listed as a single strength, 500mg tablets. For other pain and muscle products, browse the Painkillers category.
Sources
- Methocarbamol: MedlinePlus Drug Information — National Library of Medicine
- Muscle cramps and spasms - Healthdirect — Healthdirect Australia