Carisoprodol is a muscle relaxant that works by preventing the transmission of pain signals from the nerves to the brain.
Carisoprodol, in combination with rest and physical therapy, is a treatment option for conditions affecting skeletal muscle, such as pain or injury.
Carisoprodol may also be used for purposes that are not included in this user’s guide to the medication.
What is Soma (Oral) Carisoprodol used for?
Carisoprodol, sold under the brand name Soma, is a muscle relaxer that is often used in the treatment of muscle pain and discomfort. Because it has the potential to cause addiction, it should only be used for a period of two to three weeks at most.
Soma (Oral) important information before using
Do not take this medication if you have an allergy to carisoprodol or meprobamate, or if you have any of the following conditions:
Porphyria (a genetic enzyme disorder that causes symptoms affecting the skin or nervous system)
Please let your doctor know if you have ever been diagnosed with:
a condition affecting the liver or kidneys; a seizure; or both
Pregnant Women: It is unknown whether or not this medication will cause harm to an unborn child if it is taken during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
Carisoprodol has been shown to enter breast milk and has the potential to make a nursing infant drowsy. You should let your doctor know if you are breastfeeding your child.
Carisoprodol use in people under the age of 16 is not permitted by the Food and Drug Administration.
Adults of a more advanced age may be more susceptible to the side effects of this medication.
What are Soma (Oral) side effects?
You should seek immediate medical attention if you experience the following symptoms of an allergic reaction:
- seizureÂ
- agitation
- hallucinations
- fever
- sweating
- shivering
- rapid heart rate
- muscle stiffness
- twitching
- loss of coordination
- nausea
- vomiting
- diarrhoea
The following are examples of common adverse effects of Soma (Oral):
- headache
- drowsiness
- vertigo
This isn’t a full list of all possible side effects, and there may be others. You should talk to your doctor about any side effects. You can call 1-800-FDA-1088 to tell the FDA about side effects.
Can I take Soma (Oral) if I’m pregnant or nursing?
No one knows if this medicine will hurt a baby who is still in the womb. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
Carisoprodol can get into a nursing baby’s milk and make him or her sleepy. If you are breastfeeding, you should let your doctor know.
What foods and medicines should I stay away from while taking Soma (Oral)?
Don’t drive or do anything else dangerous until you know how this medicine will make you feel. If you are dizzy or tired, you could fall, get into an accident, or hurt yourself very badly.
How to have Soma (Oral)?
Use Soma (Oral) just as it says on the label or as your doctor tells you to. Do not use more or less or for longer than what is suggested.
Follow all of the directions on the label of your prescription, and read any guides or instruction sheets that come with it. Follow the directions to the letter.
Carisoprodol might be easy to get used to. Misusing drugs can lead to addiction, overdose, and even death. It’s against the law to sell or give away this medicine.
Most people take carisoprodol three times a day and right before bed. Carefully follow your doctor’s instructions about how much to take.
You should only take carisoprodol for 2 or 3 weeks. If your symptoms don’t get better or get worse, you should call your doctor.
If you have been taking carisoprodol for a long time, don’t stop using it all of a sudden or you could have withdrawal symptoms that are not fun. Ask your doctor about how to stop taking this medicine in a safe way.
Carisoprodol is just one part of a full treatment plan, which may also include rest, physical therapy, or other ways to relieve pain. Do what your doctor tells you to do.
Keep at room temperature and away from heat and moisture.
Don’t lose your medicine. Carisoprodol is a drug that can be abused, so you should know if anyone is taking it without a prescription or in the wrong way.
What do I do if I forget to take my Soma (Oral) dose?
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the dose you missed if your next dose is almost due. Take only one dose at a time.
What happens if I take too much oral Soma?
Vision problems, confusion, hallucinations, stiff muscles, loss of coordination, weak or shallow breathing, fainting, seizures, or coma may be signs of an overdose.
If you or someone else thinks they may have taken too much Soma (Oral), call your doctor or the Poison Control centre.
If someone takes Soma (Oral) and then falls over or stops breathing, call 911.
