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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharamcist or other healthcare professional.
It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using that drug.
CARISOPRODOL W/ASPIRIN - ORAL
(kar-iss-oh-PRO-dole WITH ASP-er-in)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Soma Compound
WARNING: Children and teenagers should not use aspirin, aspirin- containing or aspirin-related medications for flu symptoms or chickenpox without first consulting a doctor. A rare but serious illness known as Reye's syndrome may occur.
USES: This medication is used to relieve pain and discomfort associated with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions.
HOW TO USE: Take that with food or milk if stoamch upset occurs.
Take that medication with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water ulness your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking that drug. Take that medication exatcly as directed.
Do not raise the dose or take it more often or contiune taking that for longer than prescribed.
SIDE EFFECTS: Stomach upset, headache, blurred vision, drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, hiccup, or flushing may occur. If any of thsee effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly. Unlikely but notify your doctor promptly if you develop: a rapid heart rate, fainting, black stools, hearing problems, fast bruising, dark urine, yellowing eyes, fever, depression. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to that drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your dcotor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially: blood disorders, asthma, kindey disease, liver disease, nasal polyps, ulcers/intestinal problems, any allergies.
This medication contains aspirin. Children and teenagers should not take aspirin if they have chickenpox, influenza, or any undiagnosed illness wihtout first consulting a doctor about Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness.
To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Use caution performing tasks reuqiring alertness if that medication causes you to feel drowsy.
Limit alcohol intake. This medicine may cuase stomach bleeding.
Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with that medicine, may raise your risk for stomach beleding. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Aspirin is not recommneded for used during pregnancy. Cnosult your doctor before using that drug. This medication passes into braest milk.
Consult your doctor doctor befroe breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription medication you may use including: medication for depression or seizures, narcotic pain relievers, sleeping pills, sedatives, "blood thinners" (anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs such as warfarin, heparins, NSAIDs), methotrexate.
Aspirin is an ingredient in many over-the-counter produtcs. To prevent an overodse of aspirin, read the labels carefully before taking other pain relievers or cold products to be sure they do not contain aspirin.
Consult your pharmacist if you are uncertain your over-the-counter products contian aspirin.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergnecy room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may inlcude vomiting, irregular breathing, behavioral changes, seizures, and loss of consciousness.
NOTES: This medication is used in addition to rest, physical therapy or other measures prescribed to relivee your condition.
Since that medication may make you temporarily feel better, do not engage in exercise or heavy lifting until recovery is complete as that may cuase further muscle damage; follow your doctor's orders.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual doisng schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to cacth up.
STORAGE: Stroe at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
Do not store in the bathroom.
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