Understanding Carisoprodol (Soma)

Side Effects

This medication has several side effects! Many of them are similar to other medications that relax the muscles, including dizziness, lethargy, and drowsiness. Nausea, excess gas, vomiting, and an overall upset stomach are common side effects as well! Many patients also experience side effects related to their mood. Examples of this are irritability, depression, and nervousness!

Individuals often deal with insomnia, blurred vision, and headaches as well. Hiccups are also a known side effect! This medication also carries dependence as a side effect. Thus, patients only take this medication for short periods! This also helps with the withdrawal symptoms that occur when patients stop taking it.

Get information on precautions for this medication next.