CARISOPRODOL, ASPIRIN AND CODEINE PHOSPHATE (CARISOPRODOL, ASPIRIN AND CODEINE PHOSPHATE) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

CARISOPRODOL, ASPIRIN AND CODEINE PHOSPHATE

What is the Trade Name for CARISOPRODOL, ASPIRIN AND CODEINE PHOSPHATE?

CARISOPRODOL, ASPIRIN AND CODEINE PHOSPHATE

What are the Indications for CARISOPRODOL, ASPIRIN AND CODEINE PHOSPHATE?

  • INDICATIONS AND USAGE Carisoprodol, Aspirin and Codeine Phosphate Tablets, USP are indicated for the relief of discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions in adults. Limitations of Use Because of the risks of addiction, abuse, and misuse with opioids, even at recommended doses (see WARNINGS ), reserve Carisoprodol, Aspirin and Codeine Phosphate Tablets for use in patients for whom alternative treatment options (e.g., non-opioid analgesics): Have not been tolerated, or are not expected to be tolerated, Have not provided adequate analgesia, or are not expected to provide adequate analgesia Carisoprodol, Aspirin and Codeine Phosphate Tablets, USP should only be used for short periods (up to two or three weeks) because adequate evidence of effectiveness for more prolonged use has not been established and because acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions are generally of short duration (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ).

 

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