Carisoprodol is a muscle relaxer that works by blocking pain sensations between the nerves and the brain.
Carisoprodol is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat injuries and other painful musculoskeletal conditions.
Carisoprodol may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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SOMA (carisprodol) Tablets for Oral use
DRUG DESCRIPTION SOMA (carisprodol) Tablets are available as 250 mg and 350 mg round, white tablets. Carisoprodol is a white, crystalline powder, having a mild, characteristic odor and a bitter taste. It is slightly soluble in water; freely soluble in alcohol, in chloroform, and in acetone; and its solubility is practically independent of pH. Carisoprodol is present as a racemic mixture.
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carisprodol
Drug Uses
Carisprodol is a muscle relaxant used to relieve the pain and stiffness of muscle spasms and discomfort due to strain and sprain.
Dosage
Take carisprodol in exact accordance with the recommendations of the doctor.
To clarify the indication for use refer to a doctor or pharmacist.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
The maximum daily dose is not carisprodol 1400 mg (4 pills).
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the medicine as soon as remember.
In the event that is already nearing the next time receiving the drug,
should not take the missed dose. It should be regularly receiving the drug.
Do not take a double dose of medication.
Precautions
The need to observe caution when driving, operating machinery or performing other
hazardous activities. carisprodol may cause drowsiness or dizziness. If you are experiencing a
similar condition, refrain from hazardous activities.
There should be careful with alcohol. Alcohol can enhance drowsiness and dizziness caused by carisprodol.
Contraindications
Before receiving the drug tell the doctor if suffer from liver or kidney disease.
You may need to lower medication dose or special surveillance during the course of treatment.
is not known whether the drug can harm the fruit.
Do not take carisprodol, not without consulting a doctor if you are pregnant.
is not known whether carisprodol penetrate into breast milk.
If you are breast-feeding mother, do not accept the medication without consulting a doctor.
carisprodol does not recommend giving children younger than 12 years.
Side effects
Immediately stop receiving the drug and contact your doctor if you are following serious side effects:
allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; narrowing of the respiratory tract;
swelling of the lips, tongue, face, or rash);
paralysis (loss of sensitivity) or extreme weakness;
loss of sight, or alarming commencement or tremor.
Rather may be other, less serious side effects. Continue receiving the drug and tell the doctor if you:
drowsiness or dizziness;
headache;
Depression;
blurred vision;
insomnia;
Storage
Store at controlled room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F). Dispense in a tight container.
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