Soma, also known as carisoprodol, is used to treat muscle pain and discomfort in the short term. It is related to a class of drugs called muscle relaxers. Soma is only for short-term use, typically up to two or three weeks. This is because most skeletal muscle injuries are of short duration, and there is no evidence that this medicine is effective in the long term. To treat skeletal muscle conditions like pain or injury, Soma is combined with rest and physical therapy. You can buy Soma online or from a local pharmacy store.
Never take Soma if you have porphyria (a genetic enzyme disorder that causes symptoms affecting the skin or nervous system) or are allergic to carisoprodol or meprobamate. Carisoprodol can be habit-forming. Do not share carisoprodol with another person. Misuse of carisoprodol can cause addiction, overdose, or death. Carisoprodol can have side effects that make it difficult to think or react. Be cautious if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert. Avoid drinking alcohol with this medicine because it may increase drowsiness and dizziness caused by this medication. When you stop using Soma after a long period of time, you may experience withdrawal symptoms. Do not suddenly stop taking carisoprodol without first consulting your doctor. You may need to use less and less of the medication before completely stopping it.
Do not take Soma if you are allergic to carisoprodol or meprobamate, or if you have:
Inform your doctor if you ever had the following conditions:
It is still unclear whether this medication will harm an unborn child. If you are expecting a child, tell your doctor. Carisoprodol can pass into breast milk and make a nursing baby sleepy. If you are breastfeeding, let your doctor know. Old-age people may be more sensitive to the effects of this medication.
Take Soma exactly as directed by your doctor. Read all medication guides or instruction sheets and follow all directions on your prescription label. The dosage of carisoprodol depends upon factors such as your age, medical condition, the severity of your medical condition, other medical conditions you have, and how you react to the first dose. Carisoprodol can be habit-forming. Misuse of carisoprodol can cause addiction, overdose, or death.
Selling or giving away carisoprodol is against the law. You can order Soma online with a prescription. Take Soma 3 times per day and at bedtime. Carefully follow your doctor’s dosing instructions. Use Soma only for 2 or 3 weeks. Consult your doctor if your symptoms persist or worsen. If you suddenly stop taking carisoprodol after a long period of use, you may experience unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. The withdrawal symptoms may include headache, nausea, trouble sleeping, and stomach cramps.
Consult with your doctor about how to safely stop taking this medication. Carisoprodol is a commonly abused drug, and you should be aware if someone is using it without a prescription or improperly. People having a substance use disorder are at a higher risk. To reduce the risk of addiction, take carisoprodol exactly as prescribed.
250 mg tablets: These are round, convex, white tablets inscribed with SOMA 250. 350 mg tablets: These are round, convex, white tablets inscribed with SOMA 350. Usual Adult Dose for Muscle Spasm: Take 250 to 350 mg orally three times a day and at bedtime. Therapy can last up to 2 to 3 weeks. Child dosage (ages 0 to 16 years) Carisoprodol has not been studied in children younger than the age of 17.
A carisoprodol overdose can be fatal, especially when combined with alcohol or other drugs that slow your breathing.
Symptoms of an overdose of this medicine can include:
Do not drink alcohol while using Soma. You may experience dangerous side effects. Do not take this medicine again if you have ever had an allergic reaction to carisoprodol or a drug called meprobamate. Taking this medicine again could be dangerous and even lead to death. If you do not know how this medicine will affect you, do not drive or do anything dangerous. Falls, accidents, and severe injuries can result from dizziness or drowsiness.
Some common Soma side effects may include:
Stop taking carisoprodol and see your doctor right away if you have:
Combining Soma with other drugs that cause drowsiness or slow breathing can result in dangerous side effects or death. Before taking an opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxant, or medicine for anxiety or seizures, consult your doctor. Taking carisoprodol with some medications raises your risk of side effects from these drugs. Examples of these drugs include:
Taking carisoprodol with certain medications increases your risk of carisoprodol side effects. This is because of an increase in the amount of carisoprodol in your body. Drugs like omeprazole and fluvoxamine are examples of these medications. If you combine these medications with carisoprodol, your doctor should keep an eye on you for side effects.