carisoprodol

Carisoprodol is an oral, centrally acting skeletal muscle relaxant used to relieve discomfort associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions. It is typically prescribed alongside rest and physical therapy for short-term use (up to two or three weeks). Carisoprodol acts on the central nervous system rather than directly on skeletal muscle. Its precise mechanism of action is not fully established but involves modulation of interneuronal activity in the spinal cord and brainstem reticular formation. A significant portion of carisoprodol is metabolized into meprobamate, a compound with anxiolytic and sedative properties that acts as a GABAA receptor modulator. This metabolite contributes to both its therapeutic effects and its potential for abuse and dependence[1][2][3][4][5][8].

Brand names

SomaVanadom

Other names

carisoprodol