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CARISOPRODOL download - Coggle Diagram
CARISOPRODOL
MECHANISM OF ACTION
contains meprobamate metabolite
has anxiolytic and sedative properties
mechanism of action is not well defined
but its effects are measured by subjective responses
INDICATIONS
relieve discomfort
used with rest
relax muscle injuries
used for musculoskeletal pain
CONTRAINDICATIONS
decreased kidney function
hereditary liver metabolism disorder
alcohol intoxication
a low seizure threshold
it is contraindicated to people with liver problems
REFERENCES
"Carisoprodol". MedlinePlus. National Library of Medicine. Retrieved 6 May 2019.
"DailyMed - carisoprodol tablet". dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. Retrieved 8 April 2019.
NURSING CONSIDERATIONS
avoid alcohol or sleep-inducing drugs
monitor baseline data
take with food if GI upset occurs
SIDE EFFECTS
dizziness
seizures
headache
allergic reactions
sleepiness
ROUTE OF ADMINISTRATION
oral (by mouth)
STORAGE CONDITIONS
store at controlled room temperature
avoid moisture
store in a sealed container
