Carisoprodol and Aspirin

Interactions with herbs

Cayenne

Licorice

Interactions with supplements

Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)

Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

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Carisoprodol and Aspirin

	Pronunciation
	U.S. Brand Names
	Generic Available
	Pharmacological Index
	Use
	Pregnancy Risk Factor
	Drug Interactions

	Usual Dosage
	Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions
	Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment
	Patient Information
	Nursing Implications
	Dosage Forms

Pronunciation

(kar i soe PROE dole & AS pir in)

U.S. Brand Names

Soma® Compound

Generic Available

Yes

Pharmacological Index

Skeletal Muscle Relaxant

Use

Skeletal muscle relaxant

Pregnancy Risk Factor

Drug Interactions

See individual agents

Usual Dosage

Adults: Oral: 1-2 tablets 4 times/day

Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions

No information available to require special precautions

Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

Avoid aspirin, if possible, for 1 week prior to surgery because of the possibility of postoperative bleeding

Elderly are a high-risk population for adverse effects from nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents. As much as 60% of elderly with GI complications to NSAIDs can develop peptic ulceration and/or hemorrhage asymptomatically. Also, concomitant disease and drug use contribute to the risk for GI adverse effects. Use lowest effective dose for shortest period possible. Consider renal function decline with age. Use with caution in patients with history of asthma

Patient Information

See individual agents. Pregnancy/breast-feeding precautions: Inform prescriber if you are or intend to be pregnant. Do not breast-feed.

Nursing Implications

Raise bed rails; institute safety measures; assist with ambulation

Dosage Forms

Tablet: Carisoprodol 200 mg and aspirin 325 mg