Addiction to Muscle Relaxers_ Carisoprodol (Soma)
                     Addiction to Muscle Relaxers: 
Carisoprodol (Soma)
Carisoprodol, also known by the brand name 
Soma, is a prescription skeletal muscle relaxant. 
It is typically prescribed to relieve pain caused by 
muscle injuries like strains and sprains. This drug comes 
in tablet form and is taken by mouth, often several 
times a day when treating an injury. This medication is 
typically combined with physical therapy and other 
treatments in order to treat muscle pain. However, 
some people become addicted to carisoprodol and use it 
other than how it is intended.
Effects of Carisoprodol
Carisoprodol causes muscle relaxation, sedation, and decreased anxiety. However, muscle relaxants like 
Carisoprodol can also cause various unintended side effects. These side effects can become more severe, and 
even dangerous, when the drug is misused. The National Library of Medicine lists the following side effects of 
Carisoprodol:
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Increased clumsiness
Headache
Increased heart rate
Upset stomach and vomiting
Skin rash
Carisoprodol Overdose
An overdose of carisoprodol can be very dangerous and requires immediate medical attention. The New York 
Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) lists the following symptoms of carisoprodol 
overdose:
 
● Chills
● Palpitations
● Vomiting
● Extreme sedation
● Difficulty breathing
● Shock
● Coma
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