Carisoprodol Ingredient
Why is this medication prescribed?
Carisoprodol, a muscle relaxant, is used with rest, physical therapy, and other measures to relax muscles and relieve pain and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, and other muscle injuries. Carisoprodol Ingredient
This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
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How should this medicine be used? Carisoprodol Ingredient
Carisoprodol comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It usually is taken three times daily and at bedtime. It may be taken with or without food. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take carisoprodol exactly as directed. Carisoprodol Ingredient Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
What special precautions should I follow?
Carisoprodol Ingredient
Before taking carisoprodol,
- tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to carisoprodol, meprobamate (Equanil, Meprospan, Miltown, Neuramate), or any other drugs.
- tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially medications for allergies, coughs, or colds; muscle relaxants; sedatives; sleeping pills; tranquilizers; and vitamins.
- tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney or liver disease.
- tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking carisoprodol, call your doctor.
- you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how carisoprodol affects you.
- remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug.
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What special dietary instructions should I follow?
Carisoprodol may cause an upset stomach. Take carisoprodol with food or milk. Carisoprodol Ingredient
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Carisoprodol IngredientHowever, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
What side effects can this medication cause? Carisoprodol Ingredient
Although side effects from carisoprodol are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- drowsiness
- dizziness
- clumsiness
- headache
- fast heart rate
- upset stomach
- vomiting
- skin rash
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
- difficulty breathing
- fever
- weakness
- burning in the eyes
What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?
Carisoprodol Ingredient Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from moisture and heat (not in the bathroom). Carisoprodol IngredientThrow away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
In case of emergency/overdose Carisoprodol Ingredient
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911. Carisoprodol Ingredient
What other information should I know?
Keep all appointments with your doctor. Carisoprodol Ingredient
Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.
Brand names
Brand names of combination products Carisoprodol Ingredient
- Soma® Compound containing Carisoprodol and Aspirin
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- Soma® Compound with Codeine containing Carisoprodol, Aspirin, and Codeine Phosphate
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