From 10Jan2012 we will stop selling Soma/Carisoprodol due to the fact that the status of this medication has changed to controlled. Thank you.

Carisoprodol (Watson Brand) Uses

Carisoprodol (Watson Brand) is a prescription medication that helps treat stiffness, pain, and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, and other injuries to the muscle.

How Carisoprodol (Watson Brand) works

Carisoprodol (Watson Brand) blocks sensory impulses that cause pain, and reduces pain-inducing chemicals in the body that lead to inflammation of the joints and muscles.

How to take Carisoprodol (Watson Brand)

Follow your doctor's advice. For patients with stiff sore muscles the normal recommended dose of Carisoprodol (Watson Brand) is one 350 mg tablet 1-4 times daily (not to exceed 1400 mg or four tablets within a 24-hour period).

Carisoprodol (Watson Brand) precautions

Carisoprodol (Watson Brand) may cause dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision or clumsiness in some patients. Therefore, avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous until you know how your body will react to generic Soma. Also, avoid drinking alcohol during treatment. Alcohol can increase the effects of drowsiness and dizziness.

What to tell your doctor

Carisoprodol (Watson Brand) may interact with certain medicines. Therefore, it's important that you tell your doctor what prescription and/or over-the-counter drugs you are taking, especially if you are using any of the following: antihistamines, sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping medicine, narcotics (pain medicines), barbiturates, medicines for seizures, other muscle relaxants, as well as anesthetics, including some dental anesthetics. Also, before taking Watson Soma let your doctor know if you have any of the following medical conditions:

Allergies
History of drug abuse or dependence
Kidney disease
Liver disease

Carisoprodol (Watson Brand) side effects

While taking Watson Soma, you might experience side effects. These side effects are temporary and tend to go away as your body gets adjusted to the medicine. With Carisoprodol (Watson Brand), the most common side effects are blurred (double vision), dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, depression, insomnia, and hiccups. Carisoprodol (Watson Brand) Side effects other than those listed may also occur. If you experience any of the following serious side effects stop taking Generic Soma and seek emergency medical attention.