Drug Class
muscle relaxant
Type
brand
Active Ingredient
carisoprodol
📋Overview
Soma is a brand name for carisoprodol, a medication classified as a muscle relaxant. It is commonly used to help relieve discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions such as muscle spasms or injuries. Soma works by affecting communication between nerves in the central nervous system. It is typically associated with short-term use due to its potential for dependence and side effects.
📚References
Information from MedlinePlus.gov (NIH).
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