Carisoprodol Tablets

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Therapeutic Indication

Acute musculoskeletal pain
Muscle spasms
Short-term pain management
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Carisoprodol

Tablet

Carisoprodol is a centrally acting muscle relaxant used to relieve acute musculoskeletal pain. It works by blocking pain sensations between the nerves and the brain, providing short-term relief.

Speciality Orthopedics | Pain Management
Tags Muscle Relaxant | Pain Relief
Strength
  • 250 mg
  • 300 mg
Packing Size
  • 10 Tablets

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Mechanism

Carisoprodol acts on the central nervous system by interrupting neuronal communication within the reticular formation and spinal cord, resulting in muscle relaxation and pain relief.

Pharmacokinetics

  • Absorption: Rapid oral absorption
  • Distribution: Widely distributed, crosses blood-brain barrier
  • Metabolism: Hepatic metabolism to meprobamate (active metabolite)
  • Elimination: Renal excretion
  • Half-life: Carisoprodol ~2 hrs, Meprobamate ~10 hrs

Side Effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Risk of dependence with prolonged use

Contraindication

  • History of drug abuse or dependence
  • Porphyria
  • Severe liver or kidney impairment
  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Interaction

  • Anticoagulants (warfarin, aspirin)
  • Other herbal supplements affecting clotting
  • Alcohol (may increase dizziness)

Warning and Precautions

  • Monitor for signs of bleeding
  • Use with caution in elderly patients
  • Discontinue before surgery
  • Consult physician if on multiple medications

Dosage

As directed by the Physician.

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