i have fibromyalgia and my left shoulder has been having muscle spasms so bad that i could hardly move my neck and i was taking flexril and all that did was cause dizziness and then my doctor gave me methocarbamal 500 mg 2 tabs.. 4xs a day and that works for my spasms and i have had no side effects and i do not take them with my tramadol either. my advice for anyone trying out new meds.. do not ta...
I just started it two days ago, so I really don't know.
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larry | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
4/26/2020
Condition: Muscle Spasm
Overall rating 1.7
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useless -and that pretty much sums it up.
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/13/2019
Condition: Other
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sore / spasming muscles from yard work
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MWilson | 35-44 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/18/2019
Condition: Other
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Taking drug and still getting muscle spasms in my leg and back. The only muscles that seem to be affected are my bowels. I skipped a day so I could use the bathroom.
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Disappointed | 25-34 | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/17/2019
Condition: Muscle Spasm
Overall rating 1.7
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Taking for tight muscles in upper back. I have only noticed minimal relief and it doesn't last for very long. Also dealing with a constant headache, and my sleep quality has suffered since I began taking this. Having some difficulty with swallowing.
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me | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/29/2018
Condition: Muscle Spasm
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Insomnia,constipation and does nothing for me.
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RootedSuperuser | 55-64 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/30/2018
Condition: Muscle Spasm
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500mg every 4 hrs, no effect. I still had major muscle tension and spasms just standing. Still needed 45-85 min just to get out of bed after taking 2 and waiting 60 min. T3's didn't take the spasms away but it does make the pain manageable, constipation is the side effect. Tried analgesic opioid and had the best results with proper strength exercise, massage and stretching. 1 Weeks on, 2 Weeks off.
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/20/2018
Condition: Other
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This medication might as well be an aspirin. The only thing it does for me is give me a terrible upset stomach and dry mouth.
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Boodro | 75 or over | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
4/13/2018
Condition: Muscle Spasm
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Could tell no difference. Continued to have severe muscle spasms
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Steve | 45-54 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
3/15/2018
Condition: Muscle Spasm
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Was prescribed 750mg methocarbamol 3x daily, along with 50mg tramadol. All it does is take the edge off the spasms for awhile, but it definitely comes back with a vengeance before it's time for the next dose. I'm thinking the methocarbamol dose is much too little, and it doesn't last for 8 hours of relief. I'm going to ask my doctor to let me take one every four hours and see if that keeps it in check.
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/2/2018
Condition: Muscle Spasm
Overall rating 2.0
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no effect
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tuxboy | 65-74 | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
1/19/2018
Condition: Muscle Spasm
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I was dealing with a stiff neck with chiro message treatment 2 x week for 3 months. then the muscle spasm sent the pain to 8/10 and could not sleep. Dr gave me methocarbamol 500mg tramadol 50mg Ibprofen 400 mg 4 x daily. after 7 doses the spasm is gone and the pain down to 1/2. i am stopping the tramodol and will continue the others and see what happens. experienced light headedness drowsiness constipation and irregular sleep waking every hour. I am very happy to be out of pain and pray that the muscle will finally heal. i hope to go back to work in a couple of days and able to drive.Read More Read Less
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Louisianababe | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/12/2017
Condition: Muscle Spasm
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It helps with the spasm, but I've starting itching all over my body.
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
11/9/2017
Condition: Muscle Spasm
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I want to know the side effects of long term use
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slavetomyworld | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
10/24/2017
Condition: Muscle Spasm
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I have multiple diagnosis that affect my muscles I get spasms, tightness and some serious pain. This medication really has done nothing to help handle these issues. I was recently prescribed Soma along with this, I use this medication to just get through the day so I can get home to take the stronger one.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/26/2017
Condition: Muscle Spasm
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I am on a low dose for chronic neck pain; had some problems with blurry vision about an hour after taking meds, but those seem to be diminishing.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
7/17/2017
Condition: Muscle Spasm
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It helps with spasms but increas weight gain!
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
6/19/2017
Condition: Other
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not good
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Meh | 25-34 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/11/2017
Condition: Muscle Spasm
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750mg twice a day, but also using Aleve (NSAID) in conjunction. I was using Aleve and Tylenol (acetaminophen) alternating every 2 hours, which actually works, but didn't alleviate the back pain/pinched nerve pain or whatever condition my doctor called it. But he nailed it with Methylprednisolone and this muscle relaxer. I am 34, and have been dealing with this condition on/off for 20 years.
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bigtomcat | 55-64 | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
5/7/2017
Condition: Muscle Spasm
Overall rating 4.3
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I suffer from chronic pain from multiple spine surgeries, abdominal and neck surgeries too, and when I combine this med with my pain med (Morphine SR), I get pretty good pain and spasm control. I have been off and on methocarbamol, and the difference is notable. As many chronic pain sufferers know, pain can escalate in severity with spasms to near impossible-to-tolerate levels. The spasms created a domino-effect that exacerbated my pain has been taken away to a greater extent by this medication. I have suffered from severe chronic low back and leg pain, cramps, and spasm in my legs and abdomen since 1995 following a helo accident while a Marine in 1980, and I've had pain in my life for over 37 years. The VA has had me on everything, getting hooked on some of it, and by using this med in conjunction with much lower doses of Morphine, my quality of life has significantly improved. Needing less morphine is a good thing when you don't like the idea of being a junkie. I must live with pain, but getting the spasms under some control means a lot to me. Read More Read Less
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morgan971 | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
4/17/2017
Condition: Muscle Spasm
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I've been taking 750mg three times a day for three months. It just doesn't work. I've substituted Tylenol which produces better results. Doctors seem to be afraid of prescribing a drug that actually works, like Soma. IT WORKED GREAT!
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