Uses
This medication relaxes muscles and relieves pain and discomfort
associated with strains, sprains, spasms or other muscle injuries.
Muscle relaxers are for specific muscle injury and pain and should
not be used for general body aches and pains.
Directions
This medication may be taken with food or immediately after meals
to prevent 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 attempt to lift or exercise too soon. Follow your
doctor's instructions for recovery.
Side efects
This medication may cause stomach upset, heartburn, headache, dizziness
or drowsiness. If these symptoms persist or worsen, notify your doctor
promptly. Inform your doctor promptly if you develop: persistent stomach
pain, rapid heart rate. In the unlikely event you have an allergic
reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms
of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness,
trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor or pharmacist.
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.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription medication
you may take including: sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping pills,
narcotic pain relievers, medication for depression, certain antihistamines
(e.g., diphenhydramine). Many cough-and-cold products contain antihistamines
which can cause drowsiness. Check labels carefully and consult your
pharmacist if you have any questions. Do not start or stop any medicine
without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include unusual
dizziness or drowsiness, fainting, nausea, vomiting, facial flushing,
fast heartbeat, and loss of consciousness.
Missed Dosage
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.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15
and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in
the bathroom.
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