Generic Soma

 

 

Generic Soma (Carisoprodol) unwinds muscles and alleviates pain and discomfort related to strains, sprains, spasms or other muscle injuries. Muscle relaxers are for particular muscle injury and pain and should not be employed for wide-ranging body aches and pains.

Generic Soma (Carisoprodol) may be taken with food or straightaway after meals to thwart 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 make an effort to lift or exercise too soon.

Soma (Carisoprodol) is generally used for a short period of time (up to 2 or 3 weeks) because there is no sufficient proof of effectiveness of the drug for more prolonged use. Another reason is acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions usually occur for a short duration.

Somais contraindicated in patients with a history of acute intermittent porphyria or a hypersensitivity reaction to a carbamate such as meprobamate.

Soma tablets are normally taken thrice a day and at bedtime in 250 mg or 350 mg strength. The treatment continues up to 2 or 3 weeks maximum. You may take the pills with food or straightway after meals to keep stomach disorder at bay. Take the exact doses as prescribed by your doctor. Overdoses of the drug are strictly prohibited. Soma (Carisoprodol) offers temporary relief from muscular pain and injuries. So, it must be complemented by adequate rest, physical therapy and other measures. Do not try to lift or exercise soon after the treatment is over. Comply with your doctor’s instructions to move in the path of recovery.

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.

Overdose: Overdose should be avoided.

Storage instructions

Store at room temperature in a tightly closed container.

Side Effects

Side effects may take place occasionally. If you develop any side effects, tell your doctor right away. Only your doctor can decide if it is safe for you to continue taking this drug.

Some common side effects may be mentioned like: facial flushing, fainting, headache, agitation, depression, dizziness, drowsiness, hiccups, inability to fall or stay asleep, irritability, light-headedness upon standing up, loss of coordination, nausea, rapid heart rate, stomach upset, tremors, vertigo, vomiting.

Allergic reactions generally occur between the first and fourth doses of Soma in patients who are taking this drug for the first time. These include itching, red welts on the skin, and skin rash. It may also cause more severe allergic reaction such as dizziness, fever, low blood pressure, asthmatic attacks, shock, stinging of the eyes, swelling due to fluid retention, and weakness. If any of these occur, seek medical attention immediately.