{"id":60457,"date":"2023-09-21T13:15:21","date_gmt":"2023-09-21T17:15:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=60457"},"modified":"2024-10-25T10:31:16","modified_gmt":"2024-10-25T14:31:16","slug":"methocarbamol-interactions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/methocarbamol-interactions\/","title":{"rendered":"Methocarbamol interactions to avoid"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a generic prescription medication that is a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/muscle-relaxants\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">skeletal <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">muscle relaxant<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Previously known under the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brand name<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Robaxin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be used to treat various painful musculoskeletal conditions. Some conditions <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be used for include <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">muscle spasms<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, muscle strains, muscle sprains, and muscle-related injuries. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/methocarbamol#coupon-prices\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Methocarbamol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is believed to relax the muscles in the body by <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">central nervous system<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (CNS) depression, a process that allows the body to relax. Skeletal <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">muscle relaxants<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are typically used for short-term <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">muscle pain<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Typically, people will additionally perform <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">physical therapy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and increase rest to help treat their musculoskeletal pain and relieve discomfort. There are <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol tablets<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> injections (given under the care of a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare professional<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) for those unable to take medication by mouth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/methocarbamol\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be an effective treatment option for some people, there are <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that are important to be aware of and avoid. Medications can have dangerous <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with other medications, certain foods, alcohol, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">supplements<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drug interactions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may make a certain drug less effective, cause unwanted <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or increase the action of a drug. As a medication that affects the CNS and can cause <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are very important to avoid, as increased <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can put people at risk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/methocarbamol-side-effects\/\"><b>RELATED: <\/b><b>Methocarbamol<\/b> <b>side effects<\/b><b> and how to avoid them<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"key-takeaways\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key takeaways:<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> causes <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedation,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and certain <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can further increase the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedation<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">effects of methocarbamol,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> leading to dangerous falls or accidental injuries.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with other <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depressants<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or alcohol can increase the risk of dangerous <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, falls, and accidental injuries like bone fractures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can increase the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of dizziness, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drowsiness<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, confusion, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">blurred vision<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or vertigo.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people must avoid activities such as driving or operating machinery due to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Older adults<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (people who are older than 65 years) have a greater risk of dangerous <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthcare providers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can review a medication list, identify potential <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and make necessary adjustments to the medication list.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a dangerous mixture of medications has been consumed, seek immediate medical help or contact <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.poison.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poison Control<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for help.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"methocarbamol-drug-interactions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While various drugs can interact with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, other <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depressants<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are the primary drugs to monitor or avoid. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depressants<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can interact with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and cause an increase in <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">serious side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Other <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depressants<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include barbiturates, benzodiazepines, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">opioids<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and sleeping pills. &#8232;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"barbiturates\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barbiturates<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/barbiturates\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barbiturates<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are prescription medications that are a type of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedative<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/hypnotic drug. These drugs can be used for various conditions, including seizure disorder, insomnia, preoperative anxiety, and anesthesia induction. Since barbiturates also depress the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">central nervous system<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (CNS), taking <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a barbiturate can increase the risk of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depression<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interaction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can lead to symptoms of ataxia (impaired coordination), confusion, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drowsiness<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, respiratory depression, and weakness. Caution should be used when combining these medications, and the prescribing doctor should monitor therapy. If taken together, people should always be on alert for signs and symptoms of a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interaction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples of common barbiturates include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/butalbital\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Butalbital<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/phenobarbital\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pentobarbital<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/phenobarbital\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phenobarbital<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/primidone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Primidone<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"benzodiazepines\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benzodiazepines<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/benzodiazepines\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benzodiazepines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prescription drugs<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that are another type of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depressant<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These medications can be used for many different conditions, including anxiety disorders, insomnia, acute status epilepticus, induction of amnesia, spastic disorders, seizure disorders, and agitation. If combined with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there is a potential for a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interaction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> leading to dangerous <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depression<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interaction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can lead to symptoms of impaired coordination, confusion, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drowsiness<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lightheadedness<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, respiratory depression, and weakness. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthcare providers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should use caution and monitor therapy if these drugs are prescribed or consider a dose reduction of one or both drugs. It&rsquo;s important to always be on alert for signs and symptoms of a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interaction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples of common benzodiazepines include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/xanax\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alprazolam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Xanax)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/clobazam\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clobazam (Onfi, Sympazan)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/klonopin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clonazepam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Klonopin)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/valium\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diazepam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Valium)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/estazolam\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Estazolam<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flurazepam<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/ativan\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lorazepam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Ativan, Loreev XR)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Midazolam (Versed)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/oxazepam\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oxazepam<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/restoril\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temazepam (Restoril)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/halcion\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Triazolam (Halcion)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"opioids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opioids<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/opioids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opioids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are prescription medications that are analgesics (pain relievers) that also work by depressing the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">central nervous system<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opioids<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be used to help manage pain that is typically moderate to severe. In order to avoid unnecessary use, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">opioid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> analgesics are only used for pain management if <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">opioids<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are appropriate. Very dangerous <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can occur if <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is taken with an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">opioid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This interaction could lead to excessive <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depression,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as respiratory depression, hypotension (low blood pressure), <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or coma. If possible, the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> team should avoid this combination or consider a dose reduction of one or both drugs. It&rsquo;s important for patients and caregivers to monitor for signs and symptoms of a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interaction,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as slowed breathing, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">trouble breathing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or excessive <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples of common <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">opioids<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/buprenorphine-hcl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buprenorphine (Belbuca, Butrans)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/codeine-sulfate\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Codeine<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/fentanyl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fentanyl<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/hysingla-er\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydrocodone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Hysingla ER)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/hydrocodone-acetaminophen\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydrocodone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">acetaminophen<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Norco)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/dilaudid\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydromorphone (Dilaudid)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/levorphanol-tartrate\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Levorphanol<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/methadone-hcl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Methadone<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/roxicodone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oxycodone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Roxicodone)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/oxycontin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oxycodone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ER (OxyContin, Xtampza ER)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/nucynta\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tapentadol (Nucynta)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/tramadol-hcl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tramadol<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"sleep-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep Medications<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there are a variety of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/sleep-aids-guide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleeping pills<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that cause <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drowsiness<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the non-benzodiazepine sleep aids (also called z-drugs) are <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depressants<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that work to slow down the nervous system. These sleep aids can be used to treat insomnia and may be used to help people fall asleep or stay awake throughout the night. Combining <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a non-benzodiazepine can increase the risk of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depression<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interaction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can lead to prolonged or excessive <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depression<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Caution should be used when combining these medications, and the prescribing doctor should monitor therapy. If taken together, the prescribing doctor should consider a dose reduction of one or both drugs. This <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interaction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has also been associated with greater psychomotor impairment, next-day driving impairment, and an increased risk for complex behaviors such as &ldquo;sleep-driving.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples of common Z-drugs include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lunesta\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eszopiclone (Lunesta)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/zaleplon\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zaleplon<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/ambien\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zolpidem (Ambien, Edular)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"other-methocarbamol-interactions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> interactions<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from medications, there are other types of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> interactions. Drinking alcoholic beverages or using cannabinoid-containing products can lead to potentially dangerous interactions with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&#8232;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"methocarbamol-and-alcohol\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and alcohol&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.addictioncenter.com\/alcohol\/is-alcohol-a-depressant\/#:~:text=Alcohol%20can%20depress%20the%20central,lessens%20inhibitions%2C%20and%20distorts%20judgment.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">alcohol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depressant<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that slows down the nervous system. People who drink alcoholic drinks such as beer or cocktails can often experience slurred speech, unsteady movement, disturbed perceptions, impaired motor control, and an inability to react quickly. Combining alcohol and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> adds extra nervous system depression that can cause severe <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an increased risk of falls, and a greater chance of accidental injury. People who <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drink alcohol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should always check with their doctor or pharmacist if they can combine alcohol with their medications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/alcohol-and-medication\/\"><b>RELATED: 10 drugs you should not mix with alcohol<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"methocarbamol-and-cannabinoid-containing-products\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and cannabinoid-containing products<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cannabinoid-containing products can potentially cause added <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depressant<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> effects if combined with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Several studies have shown that acute use of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cannabis<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or tetrahydrocannabinol (THC, the primary known psychoactive component of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cannabis<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) can enhance <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedative<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, psychomotor, respiratory, and other <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adverse effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depressant<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> drugs. To avoid potentially dangerous <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedative<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> effects, people should avoid cannabinoid-containing products and unprescribed, illicit, or recreational use of other <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CNS depressants<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-minimize-methocarbamol-interactions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to minimize <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> interactions<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&rsquo;s important that the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> team is aware of all <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medical conditions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and has a medication list, including <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prescription drugs<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">over-the-counter<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (OTC) medications, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">herbal products<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">supplements<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Even OTC and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">supplement<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> products can have dangerous <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Pharmacists are great resources and can provide additional <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug information<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medical advice<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when picking up medication from the pharmacy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medical conditions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can impact whether a drug will be safe or not for a person. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should be used cautiously in people with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">liver disease<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, kidney impairment, or seizure disorders. It is unknown if methocarbamol is present in breast milk, so caution is typically advised when using it<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;in <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">breastfeeding<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> women. Knowing the warning signs of potential life-threatening interactions with methocarbamol is also important<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Be aware of these symptoms, which include increased <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, impaired coordination, confusion, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drowsiness<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lightheadedness<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, respiratory depression, and weakness.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"when-to-talk-to-a-healthcare-provider-about-methocarbamol-interactions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When to talk to a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare provider<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> about <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methocarbamol<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> interactions<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though many serious <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are included above, several other potential methocarbamol drug interactions <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are not included. To ensure proper management and monitoring, people should communicate openly with their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare providers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> about all medications, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">supplements<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medical conditions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Alternative medication options may be better treatment options for some people.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/methocarbamol-alternatives\/\"><b>RELATED: <\/b><b>Methocarbamol<\/b><b> alternatives: What can I take instead of <\/b><b>methocarbamol<\/b><b>?<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Methocarbamol is a generic prescription medication that is a skeletal muscle relaxant. Previously known under the brand name Robaxin, methocarbamol can be used to treat various painful musculoskeletal conditions. 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