Methocarbamol
A centrally acting muscle relaxant used to relieve pain and spasms associated with acute musculoskeletal conditions, typically as an adjunct to rest and physical therapy. It works by depressing the central nervous system.
Molekularmasse
241,2400 g/mol
LogP
0,60
TPSA
91,00 Ų
Lipinski-Regel der Fünf
Bestanden
Therapeutische Bereiche
Wirkmechanismus
Reduces skeletal muscle tone and spasm through central or peripheral mechanisms, typically by modulating spinal reflexes, enhancing inhibitory neurotransmission, or blocking neuromuscular transmission.
Pharmacokinetics (PK)
Pharmacodynamics (PD)
Reduces skeletal muscle tone and spasm through central or peripheral mechanisms, typically by modulating spinal reflexes, enhancing inhibitory neurotransmission, or blocking neuromuscular transmission.
2D-Struktur
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SMILES
COc1ccccc1OCC(O)COC(N)=O
InChI
InChI=1S/C11H15NO5/c1-15-9-4-2-3-5-10(9)16-6-8(13)7-17-11(12)14/h2-5,8,13H,6-7H2,1H3,(H2,12,14)
Molecular Formula
C11H15NO5
HBD / HBA
2 / 5
Rotierbare Bindungen
7
Schwere Atome
17
No targets recorded
Target interaction data is not yet available for this drug.
No interactions recorded
Drug interaction data is not yet available for this compound.
No side effects recorded
Side effect data is not yet available for this drug.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
A centrally acting muscle relaxant used to relieve pain and spasms associated with acute musculoskeletal conditions, typically as an adjunct to rest and physical therapy. It works by depressing the central nervous system.
Reduces skeletal muscle tone and spasm through central or peripheral mechanisms, typically by modulating spinal reflexes, enhancing inhibitory neurotransmission, or blocking neuromuscular transmission.
Yes, Methocarbamol is an approved drug. It has reached clinical phase 4. It is classified as a Small molecule.
References & Data Sources
- ChEMBL — European Bioinformatics Institute (EBI). CHEMBL1201117. Open-access bioactivity database.
- PubChem — National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). CID 4107. Chemical information database.
Data aggregated from publicly available pharmacological databases. Last updated 2026-03-28.
Medizinischer Haftungsausschluss
This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making medication decisions.
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