Saturday, November 7, 2009

What is the most important information I should know about aspirin and Carisoprodol?

Be careful of dizziness while driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Carisoprodol and Aspirin May cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities.alcohol Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol May increase drowsiness and dizziness while taking aspirin and Carisoprodol. Also, in combination with aspirin, alcohol can be harmful to the stomach.

Beware of bloody, black or bloody stools or vomiting. This may indicate damage to the stomach.Do not take more medication that is prescribed. If pain is not adequately treated, talk to your doctor.

What is aspirin and Carisoprodol?

Aspirin is in a class of drugs called salicylates. Aspirin works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation. It is used to reduce pain, inflammation and fever.

Carisoprodol is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to the brain.

The combination of aspirin and Carisoprodol is used together with rest and physical therapy, to treat muscle injuries and other painful conditions.

Carisoprodol and Aspirin May also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking aspirin and Carisoprodol?. Do not take aspirin and Carisoprodol without first talking to your doctor if you have acute intermittent porphyria.

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you
  • Kidney disease
  • Liver disease,
  • An ulcer of the stomach or intestines,
  • A bleeding disorders or blood clotting.
May you not be able to take aspirin and Carisoprodol May or you need a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have one of the conditions listed above.preg It is not known whether aspirin and Carisoprodol will be harmful to an unborn child. Do not take aspirin and Carisoprodol without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether aspirin and Carisoprodol passes into breast milk. Do not take aspirin and Carisoprodol without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Carisoprodol and aspirin is not approved for use in children younger than 12 years. Also, do not use a medicine that contains aspirin to treat a child or teenager who has a fever, flu symptoms or chickenpox without first talking to your doctor. In children under the age of 20 years, aspirin May increase the risk of Reye syndrome, a rare but often fatal.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Carisoprodol 101

We always get home tired from a busy day of work, rushing from one job to the next. It’s not surprising that we’re always complaining about muscle aches and pain. We often get sprains and back pains from tasks we perform at work, and we often spend money going to the doctor to have it treated.

For mild to moderate muscle pains, doctors advise sufferers to rest and take over-the-counter pain relief medications until the pain goes away, or becomes more bearable. For moderate to severe muscle discomforts, most physicians suggest the use of prescription medications like carisoprodol to do the job.

Carisoprodol is a certified muscle relaxant and pain reliever in one. It works by binding itself to the opioid receptors (pain receptors) in the brain to intercept pain sensations before it get to the corresponding receptors in the brain. When used in addition to rest, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle, carisoprodol’s efficacy can be maximized.

Using Carisoprodol can bring about side effects such as:
  • Dizziness
  • Vertigo
  • Loss of muscle coordination (ataxia)
  • Tremor
  • Agitation
  • Irritability
  • Headache
  • Depressive reaction
  • Insomnia
  • Increased heart rate (tachycardia)
  • Facial flushing
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Hiccup
  • Upset stomach.
Carisoprodol is not to be used on people with allergies to it or any of its related components like meprobamate, mebutamate, and tybamate. In the initial onset of an allergic reaction, discontinue using the prescription drug and seek treatment. Mild allergic reaction may be treated by taking antihistamines or epinephrine doses. Mild allergy attacks may manifest in skin rashes and breathing difficulties. There are severe allergic reactions that require immediate medical attention upon manifestation. These symptoms include:
  • Temporary paralysis on all four limbs (transient quadriplegia)
  • Extreme weakness
  • Temporary loss of vision
  • Double vision (diplopia)
  • Euphoria
  • Confusion and disorientation
Although carisoprodol is an effective muscle relaxant and discomfort reliever, there are precautions to be considered before using this medication. People with a history of drug dependency should be careful in using carisoprodol to avoid developing an addiction to it. Pregnant women and nursing mothers should first discuss the full benefits and risks of using carisoprodol with their physician before use. The effects of this prescription drug on unborn babies and breastfeeding infants have not yet been established. Also, because carisoprodol is processed in the liver and excreted through the kidneys, it is important that the liver and kidneys are fully functional to avoid accumulation of carisoprodol residue in the body. Those with liver and kidney dysfunctions or disorders should inform their physicians about it for an appropriate dosage adjustment.

Keep in mind that Taking Carisoprodol can indirectly affect your daily activities during the dosing period. Due to the various side effects that patients may experience, it is best to limit engaging in activities that require full consciousness like driving. Also, it is better to avoid performing potentially hazardous tasks while taking carisoprodol to ensure safety until your muscle discomforts have been relieved.