carisoprodol
Generic Name: carisoprodol
Brand Names: Soma, Vanadom
Q: What is carisoprodol (generic soma)
A: SOMA (carisoprodol) Tablets are available as 250 mg and 350 mg round, white tablets. Carisoprodol is a white, crystalline powder, having a mild, characteristic odor and a bitter taste. It is slightly soluble in water; freely soluble in alcohol, in chloroform, and in acetone; and its solubility is practically independent of pH. Carisoprodol is present as a racemic mixture. Chemically, carisoprodol is N-isopropyl-2-methyl-2-propyl-1,3-propanediol dicarbamate and the molecular formula is C12H24N2O4 , with a molecular weight of 260.33.
Q: What does Generic stand for?
A: Generic means using a different name for the same ingredients. The contents of the pills are absolutely the same in our generic version and the branded analogue.
Q: How should I take carisoprodol?
A: Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Take each dose with a full glass of water. Store carisoprodol at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Q: Are the online pharmacies you offer FDA approved?
A: The products pharmaciy sells are manufactured and shipped from India. All of them are approved by INDIAN FDA for export.
Q: Why does the name printed on the pill differ from the branded one?
A: The name you see printed on the pill in the active ingredient used here. The contents of the generic pills are absolutely the same as those of the branded versions. The difference is in the name only. The manufacturers of generic drugs cannot use the brand names on their pharmaceuticals as that would be the breach of copyright while using the well known ingredients is absolutely legal.
Q: What happens if I overdose on Carisoprodol?
A: Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.
Symptoms of a carisoprodol overdose may include shallow breathing, vision problems, fast heartbeat, confusion, hallucinations (seeing things), muscle stiffness, feeling light-headed, fainting, or seizure (convulsions).
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