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What is Soma, and how to take it?
The generic name of Soma is carisoprodol, and it is a
skeletal muscle relaxant. It is used to relax the muscles from discomfort. It
blocks the pain between the nerves and the brain. It is also used with some physical
therapy to treat pain and injury. Soma is used for a short period of two to
three weeks because there is no proof of its effectiveness in the long term.
It is habit-forming medicine that causes mental and physical dependence.
Consume this medicine as directed by the doctor. Read and
follow all the instructions and medication guidelines carefully. Consume this
medicine by mouth with or without food as per the guidance of the doctor. It is
taken a day thrice before going to bed. The doctor will decide the best dose
for you after considering your age, gender, and response towards the treatment.
The dose of Soma varies from person to person. The amount of medication depends
upon its strength. The dosage for adults and children is 250-350 mg.
Drug interactions of Soma
Various medicines should not be used with Soma like
Alfentanil, Alprazolam, Amobarbital, Aprobarbital, Benzhydrocodone, Bromazepam,
Buprenorphine, Butabarbital, Butalbital, Butorphanol, Cannabidiol, Chloral
Hydrate, Chlordiazepoxide, Chlorzoxazone, Clobazam, Clonazepam, Clorazepate,
and Codeine. Your doctor must know that you are taking these medicines to avoid
any fatal situation.
What are the side effects of Soma?
Common side effects of Soma are drowsiness, dizziness, and headache. Along with various benefits, Soma causes some unwanted side effects. Every side effect does not require medical attention because they go away with time.
Some of the side effects of Soma are Anxiety, deep and fast breathing
with dizziness, dry mouth, fainting, heartburn, irritability, nausea,
nervousness, numbness of the feet, pain, and discomfort in the chest, redness
to face, restlessness, the sensation of spinning, shakiness, and unsteady walk,
sleeplessness, trouble sleeping, unable to sleep, unsteadiness, trembling,
problems with muscle control and coordination, vomiting. Not all the side
effects need to happen to one person. Your doctor will tell you the ways to
decrease the risk of the side effects.
What are the precautions of Soma?
Before starting the treatment, tell your doctor if you have
any allergy from Soma or its ingredients and discuss your medical history to
your doctor likes a problem related to the kidney, heart, and liver. Do not take
Soma if you have any mental issues like mood swings, depression, and
psychiatric disorders.
This medicine will make you feel sleepy, so avoid doing any
task which requires focus and attention. Avoid driving and operating machinery
after taking this medicine. Do not take this medicine with alcohol or any other
alcoholic substance.
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