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Carisoprodol (Soma) Info
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Generic Name:
Carisoprodol
Classification: Muscle Relaxant
BRAND NAMES : Artifar, Caridolin, Carisoma, Chinchen,
Flexartal, Isomeprobamate, Karisoprodol, Mioridol, Muslax,
Myolax, Naxodol, Neotica, Rela, Rotalin, Sanoma, Scutamil-C,
Soma, Somacid, Somadril, Somalgit, Soprodol, Soridol,
Vanadom, Zoma
Used to treat:
Muscle Spasms and Acute Muscle Pain
(These are common indications for this medication. There
may be additional conditions not listed here. Check
with your doctor if you have questions about your specific
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General
Directions for Taking Medication:
Take only as directed. DO NOT take more than prescribed.
If you miss a dose, take the medicine within 1 hour.
If has been more than 1 hour, skip the dose, wait until
your next dose time, and take only 1 dose. DO NOT double
up the doses. Take medicine with food to limit upset
stomach symptoms.
Continue the physical therapy program prescribed by
your doctor.
If dizzy when you rise from sitting or lying positions,
change positions slowly. DO NOT lift heavy objects or
perform strenuous activity even if you feel better.
This medication may mask symptoms of your injury. Follow-up
with your doctor regularly to monitor the effectiveness
of this medication.
Contraindications:
Allergies - Hypersensitivity to this medication or its
components
Patients with Porphyria - Excessive porphyin production
(nitrogen compounds) in the blood
Use with caution in:
Pregnancy and Breast Feeding - May not be safe for your
baby. Talk to your doctor about risks and benefits.
Patients with severe liver or kidney disorders
Common Side Effects:
May occur during the first few days after beginning
therapy, but usually resolve:
Upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, or constipation;
hiccups, headaches, irritability, insomnia, dizziness
or drowsiness; or skin flushing
Serious Side Effects:
Notify your doctor immediately if you experience any
of the following:
Depression, asthma attack, rapid heart rate, or low
blood pressure Idiosyncratic Reaction - Severe fatigue,
weakness, paralysis, loss of balance, joint pain, confusion,
elevated mood, and visual problems
Allergic reaction symptoms such as a red skin rash;
itching; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and throat;
wheezing; chest pain; and difficulty breathing
Interactions:
Drug - There are many medications, both over-the-counter
and prescription, which will alter the action of this
medication. Some include antihistamines, narcotics,
or sedatives.
It is extremely important that you consult with your
doctor about dosing schedules if you take a variety
of medications along with this medication. DO NOT take
any new medication without talking with your doctor
first.
Warnings:
Overdose - Can lead to severe drowsiness, respiratory
depression, coma, and death. Especially if taken with
alcoholic beverages. Avoid alcoholic beverages due to
increased drowsiness side effects.
DO NOT drive or operate machinery due to drowsiness
side effects.
Keep this medication and all others out of reach of
children and pets.
General Dosage Information:
Dosing is individually based. Talk to your doctor about
your specific dosing schedule:
Storage:
Keep at room temperature.
Protect from sunlight and moisture. |
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