Carisoplodol

Were you looking for information about Carisoprodol? Carisoplodol is a common misspelling of carisoprodol.
 
Carisoprodol (Soma®) is a medication licensed for the short-term treatment of muscle spasms caused by an injury or other muscle problems. This prescription muscle relaxant comes in the form of a tablet and is typically taken three times a day and at bedtime. Possible side effects include headaches, drowsiness, and dizziness. Carisoprodol should not be taken for more than two or three weeks, as it has the potential to be abused.
 
(For more information, click Carisoprodol. This article offers an overview of how carisoprodol works, dosing guidelines, and general precautions. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for more specific information.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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