Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, warnings, and more.
Methocarbamol
Gabapentin (Neurontin)
Methocarbamol
Gabapentin (Neurontin)
Summary of Methocarbamol vs. Gabapentin
Summary for Muscle relaxant
Prescription only
Methocarbamol (Robaxin) is a muscle relaxer. It's used to treat muscle pain and discomfort, like back pain, in people ages 16 years and older. It works best when used along with non-medication treatments, such as rest and physical therapy. Methocarbamol is taken by mouth, typically 3 or 4 times daily. It's also available as an injection that's given into the muscles or through the veins, typically in a hospital setting. Side effects of methocarbamol include dizziness, drowsiness, and blurry vision.
Summary for Antiepileptic
Prescription only
Gabapentin (Neurontin) is a medication approved to treat certain seizures and nerve pain. It's typically taken 3 times daily by mouth, and is available as pills and a liquid. Common side effects include dizziness and sleepiness.
Indications of Methocarbamol vs. Gabapentin
Indications for
•Muscle pain and discomfort caused by acute (short-term) conditions
•Muscle problems due to tetanus - injection form only