SOMA Reviews (CARISOPRODOL)Average Rating: 3.6 (263 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare SOMA with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR SOMA | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 5 | M | 17 | | 5/31/2001 | 5 | lower back muscle spasm | F | 47 | | 6/2/2001 | 5 | lower back spasms | some diziness, sleepiness, heartburn | this medication is great for muscle spasms, completely relieved my spasms. | F | 28 | 3 weeks | 3/21/2002 | 4 | lower back muscle spasm and pain | constipation and real bad "hang over" in the mornings regardless of what time I took the medication before I went to bed. | F | 39 | 9 days | 6/14/2002 | 5 | before and after back serg | the pain clinic where my serg sent me flat took it away from me without any reason except that it caused problems and that was this past week soma has always worked for me and i am worried what will happen now he gave me a sample of a pill that is to be ok for long term use and i have not used it yet | F | 54 | | 6/30/2002 | 4 | muscle spasms in shoulder/low back | none | F | 35 | | 8/6/2002 | 1 | upper back tissue damage | causes short term memory loss and feeling of overall illness, caused feet to swell and feet and hands to go numb. extended use cause tremors. This drug is not for me. | M | 43 | 3 months | 10/10/2002 | 1 | lower back spams, opened a window | HORRIBLE case of HIVES..... within 30 -45 minutes. Severe itching from head to toe, scratching till I bled. Had to take ATARAX to calm those down, and it worked within 45 minutes. | definitely on my list of allergic to... | F | 50 | 1 days | 12/10/2002 | 2 | lower back strain and muscle spasm | irritability, doesn't work after one week at three per day | may be responsible for severe stomach cramps that last for over a week | M | 53 | 2 weeks | 12/18/2002 | 3 | back injury | night night bye bye | made me way to sleepey | F | 32 | 6 weeks | 1/7/2003 | 4 | post-surgical knee pain | Drymouth and heavy sedation, along with confusion and dizziness. | Be aware of this drug, there has been recent debate over making it a schedule IV controlled substance. I have been on this drug for few months, and It can be potentially addicting from what I've heard. I was taken off Lortab because my doctor wanted me off the opioids. It works but I can't stand the feeling of being drunk. | M | 23 | 6 weeks | 4/21/2003 | 5 | Fibromyalgia | This drug kicks in right away and makes you feel stoned for about an hour - that eases off though, and then it just works. | I just switched from Flexeril to Soma and I much prefer the Soma. It doesn't give me the | F | 27 | 2 days | 4/30/2003 | 5 | Post Polio Syndrome/muscle spasm | can constipate, can be mind altering. | I've been on soma longterm...I think, like any drug, effects are individual. So happens soma has worked very well for my particular symptomes. I do go off of them every month, for at least 1 or 2 weeks. | F | 55 | 7 years | 7/10/2003 | 5 | M | 36 | 2 weeks | 11/14/2003 | 5 | back | none | F | 47 | 14 years | 3/16/2004 | 4 | Muscle Spasms | Fatigue, Nausea | This medicine has worked well in relieving the pain due to severe spasms in my neck and shoulder. Since I have began taking it I have had to double the dose to get the same effect I did in the begining. Otherwise, I am very pleased. | F | 22 | 6 months | 3/22/2004 | 4 | fibromyalgia | drowsyness (desired effect) | Origionally started taking this for endometriosis and menstrual cramps when I couldn't afford health care (mexico no prescription-you do what you have to you know) Since then I've stopped and restarted taking it a number of times. Currently I have severe muscle pain and cramping from fibromyalgia and it helps me sleep at night and relieve pain and cramping enough that I don't wake up as much. Over time I've had to raise the dosage quite a lot, currently taking 700mg at bedtime and try not to as you do have to keep raising the dose if you take it all the time. | F | 33 | 12 years | 5/2/2004 | 5 | Arthritis in Neck | A very dull blah feeling if I take more than one soma within a day. | I only need one before bed to loosen up my neck for a good rest. Then I am normally quite refreshed in the morning. It is very light as far as sedation goes so you can function awake if necessary. This has been a positive experience in my fight to keep the pain away. | M | 42 | 3 years | 5/5/2004 | 5 | back spasms | take two and let the adventure begin | F | 49 | | 8/27/2004 | 1 | Chronic Neck Pain | I would be very careful taking this drug, especially if you are prone to addiction or are taking an antidepressent. The interaction between Soma and alcohol or antidepressents creates a euphoric state that is quite addictive. Despite numerous inpatient attempts at rehab, I have been struggling with this addiction to Soma for nearly ten years. I would'nt wish this on anyone. | If you are ordering Soma from the internet, BE CAREFUL!Because of the addictive nature of this medication, there are several unscrupulous pharmacies that will sell you questionable generics. Buy from a pharmacy you know. | F | 44 | 10 years | 10/7/2004 |
SOMA (CARISOPRODOL): Carisoprodol is used short-term to treat muscle pain and discomfort. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatments. It works by helping to relax the muscles. (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)