The information provided in this Appendix does not supersede the criteria set forth in the clinical indications section of this document. Candidates for acute inpatient rehabilitation must meet the criteria set forth in the clinical indications section of this document.
Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain. Methocarbamol is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury.
Methocarbamol tablets are approved for individuals age 16 and older. The injectable form is not approved for pediatric use, which usually means in children and adolescents under the age of 18, except to treat tetanus. Talk with your healthcare provider about the benefits and risks of using methocarbamol in children.