Question 1

What is Methocarbamol (Equine Injectable) used for?

Accepted Answer

Methocarbamol (Equine Injectable) is indicated for: Exertional rhabdomyolysis (tying up), muscle spasm, rhabdomyolysis (tying up), Skeletal muscle spasm.

Question 2

What routes can Methocarbamol (Equine Injectable) be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: IV.

Question 3

Which species have cited Methocarbamol (Equine Injectable) dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Methocarbamol (Equine Injectable) dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 2 species: Cattle (Beef/Dairy), Horse (Equine).

Question 4

Is Methocarbamol (Equine Injectable) a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Methocarbamol (Equine 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 (Equine Injectable)?

Accepted Answer

For horses and cattle. IV injection only — administer slowly (not more than 2ml/min per kg BW). May cause sedation, salivation, and ataxia. Do not use in animals with known renal impairment.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Methocarbamol (Equine Injectable)?

Accepted Answer

Reported side effects, adverse reactions, and contraindications for Methocarbamol (Equine Injectable): For horses and cattle. IV injection only — administer slowly (not more than 2ml/min per kg BW). May cause sedation, salivation, and ataxia. Do not use in animals with known renal impairment.

Question 7

How does Methocarbamol (Equine Injectable) work?

Accepted Answer

Centrally-acting skeletal muscle relaxant that depresses multisynaptic reflex arcs. Does not directly relax skeletal muscle or depress the neuromuscular junction.

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