Soma compound with codeine
(carisoprodol / aspirin / codeine)
Relieves muscle spasms and pain.
Our bottom line
Soma compound with codeine (carisoprodol / aspirin / codeine) is used for muscle spasms and muscle pain but it's not considered a first-choice treatment and not meant for long-term therapy.
- Drug class: Musculoskeletal
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (carisoprodol / aspirin / codeine)
Upsides
- Patients treated with Soma compound with codeine (carisoprodol / aspirin / codeine) experienced improvement in function.
- Available in generic.
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- Not first choice for treating muscle spasms or muscle pain.
- Can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- You should only take this for 2-3 weeks.
- Can cause dependence and withdrawal symptoms if you've been taking for an extended period of time and stop taking it suddenly.
- Has aspirin in it, so watch out for stomach ulcers or bleeding if you're also on blood thinners.
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Download Fact SheetSoma compound with codeine (carisoprodol / aspirin / codeine) is a combination product. Soma, or carisprodol, is a muscle relaxant that works in the brain to calm down muscle spasms. Codeine is an opioid that works on the brain to relieve pain. Aspirin relieves pain by blocking prostaglandins, a chemical that sends pain signals and makes muscles contract.
- Drug class: Musculoskeletal
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (carisoprodol / aspirin / codeine)
Used for
- Muscle spasms
- Acute muscle pain
Dosage forms
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What to expect when you take Soma compound with codeine (carisoprodol / aspirin / codeine) for Acute muscle pain
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- Effectiveness
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- Possible side effects
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Constipation
Side effect rates for Soma compound with codeine (carisoprodol / aspirin / codeine)
Risks and Warnings for Soma compound with codeine (carisoprodol / aspirin / codeine)
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- › Taking other medications that also cause sleepiness
- › Recreational drug use
- › Excessive alcohol use
- › Elderly
Taking Soma compound with codeine (carisoprodol / aspirin / codeine) can make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Avoid driving or doing other tasks that require concentration until you know how this medication affects you. Get up very slowly from a seated or lying down position.
Common concerns from people taking Soma compound with codeine (carisoprodol / aspirin / codeine)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?- Don't drink alcohol while on this medication.