CARISOPRODOL (Soma) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

CARISOPRODOL

What is the Trade Name for CARISOPRODOL?

Soma

What are the Indications for CARISOPRODOL?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE SOMA is indicated for the relief of discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions in adults. Limitation of Use SOMA 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 (2) ]. SOMA is a muscle relaxant indicated for the relief of discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions in adults. (1) Limitations of Use ‚Ä¢ Should only be used for acute treatment periods up to two or three weeks (1)

 

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