carisoprodol
What is the most important information I should know about carisoprodol?You should not take this medicine if you have porphyria (a genetic enzyme disorder that causes symptoms affecting the skin or nervous system). Carisoprodol may be habit-forming. Never share this medicine with another person. Misuse of habit-forming medicine can cause addiction, overdose, or death. What is carisoprodol?Carisoprodol is a muscle relaxer that blocks pain sensations between the nerves and the brain. Carisoprodol is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury. Carisoprodol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking carisoprodol?You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to carisoprodol or meprobamate, or if you have: - porphyria (a genetic enzyme disorder that causes symptoms affecting the skin or nervous system).
To make sure carisoprodol is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have: - liver disease;
- kidney disease; or
- a history of seizures.
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. Carisoprodol can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Carisoprodol is not approved for use by anyone younger than 16 years old. Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine. How should I take carisoprodol?Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Carisoprodol is usually taken 3 times per day and at bedtime. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully. This medicine should be used for only a short time; up to 2 or 3 weeks unless your doctor tells you otherwise. Carisoprodol may be habit-forming. Never share carisoprodol with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. Selling or giving away this medicine is against the law. Misuse of habit-forming medicine can cause addiction, overdose, or death. Do not stop using carisoprodol suddenly after long-term use, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Ask your doctor how to safely stop using this medicine. Carisoprodol is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include rest, physical therapy, or other pain relief measures. Follow your doctor's instructions. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep track of the amount of medicine used from each new bottle. Carisoprodol is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription. What happens if I miss a dose?Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose. What happens if I overdose?Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of carisoprodol can be fatal, especially if you take this medicine with alcohol or with other drugs that can slow your breathing. Overdose symptoms may include vision problems, confusion, hallucinations, muscle stiffness, weak or shallow breathing, fainting, or coma. What should I avoid while taking carisoprodol?Do not drink alcohol. Dangerous side effects or death can occur when alcohol is combined with carisoprodol. Carisoprodol may impair your thinking or reactions. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medicine will affect you. Dizziness or severe drowsiness can cause falls or other accidents. What are the possible side effects of carisoprodol?Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using carisoprodol and call your doctor at once if you have: - a seizure (convulsions); or
- high levels of serotonin in the body --agitation, hallucinations, fever, fast heart rate, overactive reflexes, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of coordination, fainting.
Common side effects may include: - drowsiness;
- dizziness; or
- headache.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. What other drugs will affect carisoprodol?Taking carisoprodol with other drugs that make you sleepy or slow your breathing can cause dangerous side effects or death. Ask your doctor before taking a sleeping pill, narcotic pain medicine, prescription cough medicine, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety, depression, or seizures. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using, especially: - fluoxetine or fluvoxamine;
- rifampin;
- St. John's wort;
- antifungal medicine --ketoconazole, voriconazole;
- a sedative --diazepam, alprazolam, lorazepam,Valium, Xanax, and others;
- seizure medicine --carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine; or
- stomach acid reducers --esomeprazole, lansoprazole, omeprazole, pantoprazole, Nexium, Prilosec.
This list is not complete. Other drugs may interact with carisoprodol, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide. Where can I get more information?Your pharmacist can provide more information about carisoprodol.
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Last modified on: 8 September 2017
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