Question 1

What is Methocarbamol Injectable used for?

Accepted Answer

Methocarbamol Injectable is indicated for: Permethrin toxicity (muscle tremors), Severe muscle tremors (metaldehyde/strychnine toxicity).

Question 2

What routes can Methocarbamol Injectable be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: IV.

Question 3

Which species have cited Methocarbamol Injectable dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Methocarbamol Injectable dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 2 species: Cat (Domestic), Dog (Domestic).

Question 4

Is Methocarbamol Injectable a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Methocarbamol Injectable is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Methocarbamol Injectable?

Accepted Answer

IV route for acute severe muscle spasm (tetanus, strychnine toxicity, metaldehyde). Administer slowly to avoid seizures. Sedation and ataxia expected. Do not exceed 330mg/kg/day.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Methocarbamol Injectable?

Accepted Answer

IV route for acute severe muscle spasm (tetanus, strychnine toxicity, metaldehyde). Administer slowly to avoid seizures. Sedation and ataxia expected. Do not exceed 330mg/kg/day.

Question 7

How does Methocarbamol Injectable work?

Accepted Answer

Centrally acting muscle relaxant that depresses polysynaptic reflexes in the spinal cord and subcortical areas, reducing skeletal muscle hypertonicity and spasm.

Species	Route	Dose	Frequency	Evidence	Source
Dog (Domestic)	IV	44–220 mg/kg	Slow IV to effect; repeat q6h	Strong	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed; ASPCA Toxicology
Cat (Domestic)	IV	44–150 mg/kg	Slow IV to effect; may repeat	Strong	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed; ASPCA Toxicology

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