Carisoprodol

Indications
Oral
Painful muscle spasm associated with musculoskeletal conditions
Adult: 350 mg 3-4 times daily for up to 2-3 wk.
Elderly: Half of the usual dose.
Contraindications
Acute intermittent porphyria, hypersensitivity. Lactation.
Warnings / Precautions
Renal and hepatic failure, childn <12 yrs. Pregnancy. Should be used with caution in addiction prone individuals.
Adverse Reactions
Dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, epigastric distress, tachycardia, orthostatic hypotension, Hypersensitivity reactions, rash.
Potentially Fatal: Idiosyncratic reaction (rare).
Drug Interactions
Potentially Fatal: Potentiates alcohol and other CNS depressants.
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Mechanism of Actions
Carisoprodol blocks interneuronal synaptic activity in the descending reticular formation and spinal cord resulting in skeletal muscle relaxation.
Duration: 4-6 hrs.
Absorption: Absorbed from the GIT (oral); peak plasma concentrations after 30 min.
Distribution: Enters breast milk (significant amounts).
Metabolism: Hepatic; yields meprobamate.
Excretion: Via urine (as metabolites).
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Storage Conditions
Oral: Store at 15-30°C.
ATC Classification
M03BA02 - carisoprodol ; Belongs to the class of carbamic esters. Used as centrally-acting muscle relaxants.
Storage
Oral: Store at 15-30°C.
Available As
  • Carisoprodol 175 mg
  • Carisoprodol 350 mg
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