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.
Because methocarbamol is a central nervous system depressant, it can cause drowsiness and slow down your reaction time. You should be careful taking this drug if you need to drive, operate machinery, or perform any activity that requires you to be alert.