The
following information is a summary about Carisoprodol.
It is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
Carisoprodol USES
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 is sometimes prescribed for
other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Carisoprodol DIRECTIONS
Carisoprodol comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It usually
is taken three times daily and at bedtime. It may be taken
with food or immediately after meals to prevent stomach
upset.. 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. Do not take more or less of it or take it
more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Carisoprodol SIDE EFFECTS
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
Carisoprodol 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.
Carisoprodol DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription
meds you may use, especially of: carbamazepine, narcotic
pain relievers (e.g., codeine), drugs used to aid sleep,
antidepressants (e.g., SSRI-types such as fluoxetine or
fluvoxamine), MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid,
phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine),
psychiatric medicine (e.g., nefazodone), "triptan"-type
drugs, anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), sibutramine.
Also, report use of certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine)
which are also present in many cough-and-cold products.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist
approval.
Carisoprodol OVERDOSE
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 NOTES
Do not share Carisoprodol with others. Medical examinations
including the nose are generally performed during prolonged
use of this product to check for side effects. Inform all
your doctors you use (or have used) Carisoprodol.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, use Carisoprodol as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed
dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the
dose to catch up.
Carisoprodol STORAGE
Store Carisoprodol at room temperature between 36 and 77
degrees F (2 -25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
