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Before Taking This Medicine
Tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
- Epilepsy¡XConvulsions may be more likely to occur if methocarbamol is given by injection
- Kidney disease or
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Liver disease or
- Allergies, history of, or
- Blood disease caused by an allergy or reaction to any other medicine, history of, or
- Drug abuse or dependence, or history of, or
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Porphyria¡XDepending on which of the Soma you take, the chance of side effects may be increased; your doctor can choose a muscle relaxant that is less likely to cause problems
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How should you take this medication?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up f
or a missed one.
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What side effects can this medication cause?
Side effects may include:
- Agitation, depression, dizziness, drowsiness, facial flushing, fainting, headache, hiccups, inability to fall or stay asleep, irritability, light-headedness upon stand
ing up, loss of coordination, nausea, rapid heart rate, stomach upset, tremors, vertigo, vomiting
Allergic reactions usually seen between the first and fourth doses of Soma in patients who h
ave never taken this drug before include: itching, red welts on the skin, and skin rash. A more severe allergic reaction may include symptoms such as asthmatic attacks, dizziness, fever, low blood pre
ssure, shock, stinging of the eyes, swelling due to fluid retention, and weakness.
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Drug Interactions
Soma may intensify the effects of alcohol. Be careful drinking alcoholic beverages while you are taking this medication.
If Soma is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either coul
d be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Soma with the following:
- Antidepressant drugs such as Elavil, Tofranil, and Nar
dil
- Major tranquilizers such as Haldol, Stelazine, and Thorazine
- Sedatives such as Nembutal and Halcion
- Tranquilizers such as Librium, Valium, and Xanax
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What special precautions should I follow?
Soma may impair the mental or physical abilities you need to drive a car or operate dangerous machinery. Do not participate in hazardous activities until you know how this drug affects you.
If you have a history of drug dependence, make sure your doctor is aware of it before you start taking this medication.
Withdrawal symptoms, including abdominal cramps, chilliness, headache,
insomnia, and nausea, have occurred in people who suddenly stop taking Soma.
Take this drug cautiously if you have any kidney or liver problems.
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What is this medicine
Soma is used, along with rest, physical therapy, and other measures, for the relief of acute, painful muscle strains and spasms.
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