Soma Information:
IMPORTANT
NOTE:
The following information is intended to supplement,
not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your
physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It should not be construed to indicate that use of the
drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult
your healthcare professional before using this drug.
CARISOPRODOL - ORAL (kar-iss-oh-PRO-dole)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Soma
USES: This medication relaxes muscles and relieves
pain and discomfort associated with strains, sprains,
spasms or other muscle injuries. Muscle relaxers are
for specific muscle injury and pain and should not be
used for general body aches and pains.
HOW TO USE: This medication may be taken with
food or immediately after meals to prevent stomach upset.
Take this as directed. Do not increase your dose or
take it more often than prescribed. This medication
provides temporary relief and must be used in addition
to rest, physical therapy and other measures. Because
this medication makes an injury temporarily feel better,
do not attempt to lift or exercise too soon. Follow
your doctor's instructions for recovery.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause stomach
upset, heartburn, headache, dizziness or drowsiness.
If these symptoms persist or worsen, notify your doctor
promptly. Inform your doctor promptly if you develop:
persistent stomach pain, rapid heart rate. In the unlikely
event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek
immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic
reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness,
trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history,
especially of: any liver or kidney disease, blood disorders,
porphyria, asthma, any allergies. When rising quickly
from a sitting or lying position, dizziness or lightheadedness
may occur. Change positions slowly. Use caution engaging
in activities requiring alertness (such as driving)
if this drug makes you dizzy or drowsy. Limit alcohol
intake while taking this medication. This drug should
be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss
the risks and benefits with your doctor. Carisoprodol
is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before
breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter
and prescription medication you may take including:
sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping pills, narcotic pain
relievers, medication for depression and certain antihistamines
(e.g., diphenhydramine). Many cough-and-cold products
contain antihistamines, which can cause drowsiness.
Check labels carefully and consult your pharmacist if
you have any questions. Do not start or stop any medicine
without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your
local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include unusual dizziness or
drowsiness, fainting, nausea, vomiting, facial flushing,
fast heartbeat, and loss of consciousness.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as
soon as remembered if it is within an hour or so. If
you do not remember until later, skip the missed dose
and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up"
the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store Soma at room temperature between
59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away
from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.
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