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ROBINAX INJECTION is used to treat Musculoskeletal pain and Tetanus. It contains methocarbamol, which works by blocking pain impulses sent to the spinal cord and brain. Thus, it helps to maintain muscle strength and relieve muscle spasms or stiffness. Common side effects of ROBINAX INJECTION are sleepiness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, confusion, headache, flushing, dry mouth, a metallic taste, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects are mild and subside over time.

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Written By Dr. Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

METHOCARBAMOL-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About ROBINAX INJECTION

ROBINAX INJECTION is a prescription medicine injected to relieve severe, painful muscle spasms and discomfort caused by acute muscle injuries. It is typically prescribed alongside rest and physical therapy to help relax tight muscles and ease movement. This treatment is reserved for short-term relief when oral medications are not suitable or quick relief is needed.

Because ROBINAX INJECTION is injected by a healthcare provider, the frequency and consistency of your doses will be carefully managed in a clinical setting. Your doctor will determine how long you need the treatment based on your recovery progress. Along with this therapy, staying hydrated and practicing gentle stretching can support your muscle healing.

While receiving ROBINAX INJECTION, you may experience mild side effects like drowsiness or dizziness, which usually go away as ROBINAX INJECTION wears off. However, you must inform your healthcare provider immediately if you experience severe symptoms such as a slow heart rate, severe confusion, or signs of an allergic reaction.

Before receiving ROBINAX INJECTION, tell your doctor if you have a history of seizures, kidney disease, or myasthenia gravis, as this treatment may not be safe for you. Do not take ROBINAX INJECTION if you have a known allergy to any of its ingredients. It may not be suitable for people with severe kidney impairment, severe central nervous system (CNS) depression (a condition that significantly slows brain activity), or individuals who are unconscious or in a coma. Your doctor will determine whether this treatment is appropriate based on your overall health.

Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you use, especially those that cause drowsiness, as combining them can increase sedation. You should avoid drinking alcohol during treatment, as it can dangerously increase dizziness and drowsiness. Pregnant, breastfeeding, or elderly patients should talk to their doctor to weigh the risks and benefits before starting this therapy.

Uses of ROBINAX INJECTION

ROBINAX INJECTION is used in the treatment of musculoskeletal pain and tetanus. The detailed uses of ROBINAX INJECTION are as follows:

  • Musculoskeletal Pain with Muscle Spasms: Helps relax painful, tight muscles caused by injuries, strains, or sprains, improving comfort and mobility when used alongside rest and physical therapy.
  • Severe Muscle Spasms: Helps reduce muscle stiffness and involuntary muscle contractions associated with acute musculoskeletal conditions.
  • Supportive Treatment in Tetanus: Helps control severe muscle rigidity, stiffness, and painful spasms associated with tetanus as part of comprehensive medical management.

Key Benefits

ROBINAX INJECTION helps relieve acute muscle pain and discomfort by reducing muscle tightness and spasms. It supports improved mobility and helps you recover more comfortably.

Benefits may include:

  • Provides rapid relief from severe muscle pain when administered by a healthcare professional.
  • Helps reduce muscle tightness and painful muscle spasms.
  • Improves physical mobility and makes daily activities more comfortable.
  • Supports participation in physical therapy and rehabilitation exercises.
  • Helps promote rest and recovery by easing muscle tension and discomfort.
  • Supports the body's natural healing process and improves overall quality of life during recovery.

Directions for Use

  • Your doctor will determine the dosage and frequency depending on your condition.
  • ROBINAX INJECTION will be administered by a healthcare professional.
  • Do not self-administer.

How ROBINAX INJECTION Works

ROBINAX INJECTION works by acting on the central nervous system, specifically the brain and spinal cord, rather than directly on the muscles. It helps block the nerve impulses that transmit pain signals from the muscles to the brain. By dampening these overactive nerve signals, ROBINAX INJECTION effectively calms the nervous system. This action reduces muscle spasms, eases pain, and allows the affected muscles to relax without directly affecting muscle strength or function.
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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consumption of alcohol while receiving treatment with ROBINAX INJECTION as it may increase drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

ROBINAX INJECTION is a pregnancy category C drug. So, ROBINAX INJECTION should be avoided in pregnancy. Hence, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

ROBINAX INJECTION is not recommended for breastfeeding mothers. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before starting treatment with ROBINAX INJECTION. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and the risks before prescribing this medicine.

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Driving

Caution

ROBINAX INJECTION causes sleepiness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery that requires metal contectration unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with severe liver problems. Please inform your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns.

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Kidney

Caution

Patients with kidney disease should proceed with caution. Hence, inform your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns, as dose adjustments may be needed based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

ROBINAX INJECTION is not recommended for children below 16 years of age as safety and effectiveness are not established.

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Heart

Caution

ROBINAX INJECTION should be used with caution in heart patients. While it may help relax muscles and reduce strain, it can also cause side effects like bradycardia, hypotension, dizziness, or even arrhythmias. Always consult your cardiologist before use, and ensure close monitoring during treatment.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Geriatric patients can receive ROBINAX INJECTION, but it should be monitored closely due to increased sensitivity to sedation, dizziness, and low blood pressure. Dose adjustments may be necessary to reduce the risk of adverse effects.

What if I have taken an overdose of ROBINAX INJECTION

Because ROBINAX INJECTION is given under direct medical supervision, an overdose is rare. If you suspect you have received too much of ROBINAX INJECTION, or if you experience extreme drowsiness, rapid eye movements, or loss of consciousness, seek emergency medical care immediately.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Prioritize rest: Allow your body time to heal by avoiding strenuous activities, heavy lifting, or sudden twisting movements while your muscles are recovering.
  • Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to support muscle function and prevent dehydration-related muscle cramps.
  • Use heat or cold therapy: Applying a warm compress or ice pack to the affected area for 15-20 minutes can help soothe sore muscles alongside your medical treatment.
  • Engage in gentle movement: Once approved by your doctor, perform light stretching or low-impact exercises to keep your muscles from becoming too stiff.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for ROBINAX INJECTION to start to work: ROBINAX INJECTION ideally shows its action within 30 minutes of administration. The time for which the effects of ROBINAX INJECTION last: ROBINAX INJECTION effect lasts for 4 to 6 hours.

What if you forget to take ROBINAX INJECTION

Since this medication is injected by a medical professional in a clinical setting, missing a dose is unlikely. However, if you miss a scheduled appointment for your injection, contact your healthcare provider immediately to reschedule your treatment.

Storage

• Store ROBINAX INJECTION at controlled room temperature, ideally between 20°C and 25°C (68°F to 77°F).

Drug Warnings

  • Inspect ROBINAX INJECTION before use: Always check the injection vial before administration. The liquid should be clear and free of visible particles. Do not use it if it appears cloudy or discolored.
  • Reduce the risk of dizziness: Lie down during and immediately after your injection to help prevent dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting.
  • Use caution during activities requiring alertness: Avoid driving, operating machinery, or performing hazardous tasks until you know how ROBINAX INJECTION Injection affects you.
  • Ensure safe administration: Confirm that your healthcare provider uses a new, sterile needle for every injection. If multiple doses are required, injection sites should be rotated to reduce irritation.
  • Avoid alcohol and sedatives: Do not consume alcohol or take other central nervous system depressants while receiving ROBINAX INJECTION unless advised by your doctor, as this may increase drowsiness and other side effects.
  • Use with caution in certain patients: ROBINAX INJECTION Injection should not be used in people who are allergic to ROBINAX INJECTION or any of its ingredients, individuals who are unconscious, in a coma, or have severe central nervous system depression. Patients with severe kidney impairment, particularly when formulations containing polyethylene glycol are used, people with myasthenia gravis, and those with a history of severe reactions to previous ROBINAX INJECTION treatment should discuss its use with their healthcare provider before treatment.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Medicines that cause drowsiness (e.g., sleeping pills, anti-anxiety medicines, muscle relaxants): Taking these medicines alongside ROBINAX INJECTION may increase the risk of excessive drowsiness, dizziness, slowed breathing, and impaired coordination.
  • Myasthenia gravis medicines (e.g., pyridostigmine): Injectable ROBINAX INJECTION may reduce the effectiveness of medicines used to treat myasthenia gravis.
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Drug-Food Interactions

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  • Alcohol: Avoid consuming alcohol while using ROBINAX INJECTION, as it may significantly increase dizziness, drowsiness, and coordination problems.
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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[MUSCLE RELAXANTS]

FAQs

It is used to treat Musculoskeletal pain and Tetanus.
ROBINAX INJECTION contains Methocarbamol, a muscle relaxant that works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain, thereby helps maintain muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness.
No, ROBINAX INJECTION is not indicated for stomach pain. If you have stomach pain post-ingestion, it may be a sign of stomach ulcer or gastric bleeding. Do not take ROBINAX INJECTION in this condition. It is better to inform your doctor in case of stomach pain post-ingestion of this medication.
ROBINAX INJECTION may interfere with laboratory tests. Please make sure your doctor and the laboratory staff know that you take ROBINAX INJECTION before undergoing any blood and urine examinations.
Do not stop taking ROBINAX INJECTION on your own because it may cause muscle rigidity, elevated heart rate, mood swings, fever, mental health issues, confusion, hallucinations, and fits (seizures). Talk to your doctor if you feel any difficulty while receiving or after administration of ROBINAX INJECTION; your doctor will reduce the dose gradually.
Yes, ROBINAX INJECTION may cause drowsiness in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking ROBINAX INJECTION to experience this side effect. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy after taking ROBINAX INJECTION.
Do not use ROBINAX INJECTION at a time when muscle tone is required for safe balance and movement during certain activities. In some conditions, it may be dangerous for you to have low or reduced muscle tone. Please do not drink alcohol with ROBINAX INJECTION as it can cause side effects. Avoid driving or performing hazardous tasks until you know how ROBINAX INJECTION will affect you, and your reactions could be impaired.
Since ROBINAX INJECTION is injected directly into a muscle or vein, it works very quickly—often within minutes of administration. This makes it highly effective for severe, sudden pain. Talk to your doctor to see if this is right for you.
No, this injection must be given by a healthcare professional in a clinic or hospital setting. It is not designed or safe for self-injection at home. Talk to your doctor for more information about your treatment plan.
The safety of ROBINAX INJECTION during pregnancy has not been fully established. It should only be used if the potential benefits outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
The injection form of ROBINAX INJECTION contains an ingredient called polyethylene glycol, which can build up and cause kidney damage, especially in patients who already have kidney disease. Talk to your doctor if you have a history of kidney issues.
ROBINAX INJECTION is typically used for short-term relief, often for no more than three consecutive days. After the injectable phase, many patients are transitioned to oral ROBINAX INJECTION tablets or other treatments, along with rest and physical therapy, to continue managing muscle spasms. Your doctor will determine the most appropriate treatment plan based on your recovery.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

KHANDELWAL LABORATORIES PVT. LTD, 79/87 D.LADPATH, MUMBAI 400 033, INDIA
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