Carisoprodol/Aspirin/Codeine (By Mouth)
Aspirin (AS-pir-in), Carisoprodol (kar-eye-soe-PROE-dole), Codeine (KOE-deen)
Treats muscle pain and stiffness. Belongs to a class of drugs called muscle relaxants.
Brand Name(s):Soma Compound w/Codeine
There may be other brand names for this medicine. When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to carisoprodol, meprobamate, codeine, aspirin, or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as Motrin®, Advil®, Nuprin®, or Tolectin®. You should not use if you have bleeding disorders, porphyria, or active ulcers. How to Use This Medicine:
Tablet
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Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
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Take the tablets with food or milk.
If a dose is missed:
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Take your medicine as soon as you remember that you have missed your dose.
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If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
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You should not use two doses at one time.
How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:
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Keep this medicine in the original tightly closed container at room temperature and away from moisture and direct light.
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Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
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Keep all medicine away from children.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
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Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking MAO inhibitors, such as Marplan®, Parnate®, or Nardil®.
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Avoid drinking alcohol.
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Tell your doctor if you are taking blood thinners (such as Coumadin®) or methotrexate (for arthritis or psoriasis).
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Avoid drugs that can make you sleepy such as tranquilizers, sleeping pills, and cold or allergy medicines.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
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If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Check with your doctor before taking if you have diabetes, liver, heart, or kidney problems, asthma, or seizures.
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Aspirin should not be given to children or teenagers with chickenpox or flu symptoms unless approved by your child's doctor.
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This medicine may be habit-forming and dangerous if taken in high doses.
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This medicine may cause drowsiness. If it does, be careful when driving a car or operating machinery.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
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Severe drowsiness
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Skin rash
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Blood in the stool
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Itching or swelling
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Ringing in the ears
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Slow heartbeat
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Hives, fainting, seizures, trouble breathing
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
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Dizziness, especially when standing up
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Constipation
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Nausea or vomiting
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Hiccups
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
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