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What Causes Weakness In The Legs While On Methocarbamol?

I was put on methocarbam after my back surgery 60 days ago ..I only take at night now but everyday I wake up my legs feel like noodles I have zero energy where before you could not keep me down I know the surgery has had an impact but i think the drug is making me sick ?
Fri, 30 Mar 2018
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Hello,

Yes, few studies have shown methocarbamol may cause weakness in a few people (6%), it may affect more in the female. So please consult your treating doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.


Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
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What Causes Weakness In The Legs While On Methocarbamol?

Hello, Yes, few studies have shown methocarbamol may cause weakness in a few people (6%), it may affect more in the female. So please consult your treating doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu