METHOCARBAMOL vs PARAFLEX

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Possible drug interaction. METHOCARBAMOL and PARAFLEX 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	PARAFLEX
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	~$1.27 /30	~$16.14 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	METHOCARBAMOL	CHLORZOXAZONE
Manufacturer	Bostal	Ortho Mcneil Pharm
Dosage forms	Injectable, Tablet	Tablet
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 paraflex

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

~$1.27 /30

~$16.14 /30

Type

Active ingredient

METHOCARBAMOL

CHLORZOXAZONE

Manufacturer

Bostal

Ortho Mcneil Pharm

Dosage forms

Injectable, Tablet

Tablet

Drug class

Muscle Relaxant

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 1 to 2 hours

—

Treats

Muscle Cramp, Muscle Rigidity, Myositis

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Methocarbamol or Paraflex?

Methocarbamol costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $1.27 vs $16.14 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Methocarbamol and Paraflex?

Methocarbamol contains Methocarbamol, while Paraflex contains Chlorzoxazone — 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.