METHOCARBAMOL vs NORFLEX

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. METHOCARBAMOL and NORFLEX are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	METHOCARBAMOL	NORFLEX
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	~$1.27 /30	$0.48 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	METHOCARBAMOL	ORPHENADRINE CITRATE
Manufacturer	Bostal	Bausch
Dosage forms	Injectable, Tablet	Tablet, extended release, Injectable
Drug class	Muscle Relaxant	Muscle Relaxant
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	about 1 to 2 hours	—
Treats	Muscle Cramp, Muscle Rigidity, Myositis	Muscle Cramp, Muscle Rigidity, Myositis

methocarbamol norflex

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

~$1.27 /30

$0.48 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

METHOCARBAMOL

ORPHENADRINE CITRATE

Manufacturer

Bostal

Bausch

Dosage forms

Injectable, Tablet

Tablet, extended release, Injectable

Drug class

Muscle Relaxant

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 1 to 2 hours

—

Treats

Muscle Cramp, Muscle Rigidity, Myositis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Methocarbamol and Norflex?

Methocarbamol contains Methocarbamol, while Norflex contains Orphenadrine Citrate — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.