Generic Soma (Carisoprodol) Information

Brand Name : Soma Generic Name: Carisoprodol

Soma [Generic Carisoprodol] is a muscle relaxer that numbs the sensation of pain between the nerves and the brain. It is commonly used to treat musculoskeletal conditions resulting from severe muscular pain and bone discomfort or pain due to sprain, strain, or muscular injury. However, adequate rest and proper physical therapy are recommended alongside to give relief to the patient.

Carisoprodol is a salt [or ester] of carbamic acid, and is a combination of two molecules – dextrorotatory and levorotatory. Carisprodol is a short-term and fast-acting medicine, bringing relief from pain within half an hour of administration, while its effect may last for a minimum of 2 hours, and sometimes upto 6 hours. The medicine is normally well-tolerated if the correct dosage is taken, for the right period – 2-3 weeks.

Meprobamate, introduced in 1955 in USA, as an anti-anxiety drug, became notorious as a drug of dependence and abuse, particularly in Hollywood. Meprobamate is the forerunner of Carisoprodol, which is a prodrug of the former – an inactive compound by itself, Carisoprodol metabolizes to Meprobamate in the body to produce its therapeutic effect.

Generic Soma can be habit-forming. This medicine is not meant for people who have a history of drug abuse or drug addiction. While the medicine can be taken regardless of food, it should only be taken as and when prescribed by a doctor. Do not decrease, or increase the dose on your own. If you suddenly discontinue taking the medicine, it might bring about withdrawal effects that can be fatal, especially if you have been taking it over a long time. Your physician may reduce the dosage gradually, before taking you off the drug.

While it gives relief from pain, Soma can hamper the thought process.Those who drive [cars or motorcycles], handle machinery, work with firearms, or perform risky tasks, should not do so while taking this drug; or, they should not perform these actions until they know how the medicine affects them and are sure they can handle the effects caused by it.

Consumption of alcohol should be avoided while on a course of Soma, as it increases drowsiness. Because of its’ sedating effect, this medicine is not recommended for the geriatric population, nor is it recommended for children below 16 years of age. Pregnant or lactating women, should consult their doctor before taking this drug. Those who have an impaired renal or hepatic function, are normally given low doses of this drug.

Carisoprodol should not be combined with other muscle relaxants or sedatives, sleeping pills, anti-seizure or anti-depressant medications, as the results can be dangerous. There are many medicines, sold over-the-counter, for cough and cold that can cause drowsiness. Such medicines should not be combined with Soma, neither should anti-allergy medications be taken with it, as taken together they can cause much harm. You must inform your physician about all the medicines [prescription and OTC], as well as all nutritional supplements and herbal products you are taking, so that your doctor can curtail those that should not be given with Soma

The medicine should be kept in its’ container, properly capped, at a room temperature between 15oC-30oC, away from heat, light and dampness, and kept safely out of reach of children and pets.

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