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Robaxisal (aspirin / methocarbamol) Ibuprofen Acetaminophen
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Robaxisal (aspirin / methocarbamol) Ibuprofen Acetaminophen
Prescription only

Prescribed for Muscle Pain. Robaxisal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Prescription and OTC

Ibuprofen is effective for the short-term relief of minor aches and pains and also reduces inflammation. The risk of stomach-related side effects is about half that seen with aspirin although the... View more

Prescription and OTC

Acetaminophen is an effective mild pain reliever with a low risk of side effects. It carries a risk of liver damage even at recommended dosages, but the risk is increased with higher dosages, a... View more

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Ratings & Reviews

Robaxisal has an average rating of 2.0 out of 10 from a total of 1 ratings on Drugs.com. 0% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 100% reported a negative effect.

Ibuprofen has an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from a total of 237 ratings on Drugs.com. 66% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 18% reported a negative effect.

Acetaminophen has an average rating of 6.1 out of 10 from a total of 102 ratings on Drugs.com. 49% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 30% reported a negative effect.

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Drug Class
Side Effects

Robaxisal side effects

Ibuprofen side effects

Acetaminophen side effects
Generic Availability

N/A

Lower cost generic

Lower cost generic
Pricing and Coupons * Prices are without insurance

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Quantity 6 tablet
Strength 800 mg
Per Unit* $1.79
Cost* $10.74

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Quantity 100 each
Strength 500 mg
Per Unit* $0.10
Cost* $10.40

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Dosage Forms Available

N/A
  • Intravenous solution
  • Oral capsule
  • Oral suspension
  • Oral tablet
  • Oral tablet, chewable
  • Intravenous solution
  • Oral capsule
  • Oral liquid
  • Oral suspension
  • Oral tablet
  • Oral tablet, chewable
  • Oral tablet, disintegrating
  • Oral tablet, extended release
  • Rectal suppository
Brand Names

N/A

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Half Life The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value.

10 hours

4 hours

2.5 hours
CSA Schedule ** View glossary of terms
N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.
N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.
N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.
Pregnancy Category
C
Category C Risk cannot be ruled out
C
Category C Risk cannot be ruled out

Prior To 30 Weeks Gestation

D
Category D Positive evidence of risk

Starting At 30 Weeks Gestation

See the full pregnancy warnings document.
C
Category C Risk cannot be ruled out

See the full pregnancy warnings document.
Drug Interactions

A total of 616 drugs are known to interact with Robaxisal:

  • 82 major drug interactions (330 brand and generic names)
  • 515 moderate drug interactions (2238 brand and generic names)
  • 19 minor drug interactions (115 brand and generic names)

A total of 398 drugs are known to interact with Ibuprofen:

  • 97 major drug interactions (430 brand and generic names)
  • 286 moderate drug interactions (1111 brand and generic names)
  • 15 minor drug interactions (80 brand and generic names)

A total of 129 drugs are known to interact with Acetaminophen:

  • 8 major drug interactions (22 brand and generic names)
  • 85 moderate drug interactions (277 brand and generic names)
  • 36 minor drug interactions (162 brand and generic names)
Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions
  • Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of methocarbamol such as dizziness... View more
  • Ask your doctor before using ibuprofen together with alcohol. Do not drink alcohol while taking... View more
  • Ask your doctor before using acetaminophen together with alcohol. This can cause serious side... View more
Disease Interactions
First Approval Date

N/A

September 19, 1974

November 07, 1968
WADA Class View World Anti-Doping Agency classifications.

N/A

N/A

N/A
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Patient resources

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Professional Resources

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