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Carisoprodol

Generic Name
Carisoprodol
Brand Names
Soma, Vanadom
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C12H24N2O4
CAS Number
78-44-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
21925K482H

Overview

Originally approved by the FDA in 1959 , carisoprodol is a centrally acting muscle relaxant used in painful musculoskeletal conditions in conjunction with physical therapy and other medications . This drug is available by itself in an oral tablet or combined with aspirin, or in a fixed-dose combination with both aspirin and codeine . In January 2012, this drug was classified as a Schedule IV substance under the controlled substances act in several US states due to alarming rates of abuse despite having a low potential for abuse in addition to a low risk of dependence .

Background

Originally approved by the FDA in 1959 , carisoprodol is a centrally acting muscle relaxant used in painful musculoskeletal conditions in conjunction with physical therapy and other medications . This drug is available by itself in an oral tablet or combined with aspirin, or in a fixed-dose combination with both aspirin and codeine . In January 2012, this drug was classified as a Schedule IV substance under the controlled substances act in several US states due to alarming rates of abuse despite having a low potential for abuse in addition to a low risk of dependence .

Indication

⑴主要用于治疗急性肌肉痉挛及扭伤、急性骨骼肌疼痛等。仅可短期应用,最多2~3周。 ⑵可用于抗焦虑、肌肉松弛、镇静、失眠等。不推荐长期使用。

Associated Conditions

  • Acute Pain
  • Acute Discomfort

Clinical Trials

FDA Approved Products

Carisoprodol
Manufacturer:Mutual Pharmaceutical Company, Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:350 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2014/02/28
NDC:53489-110
CARISOPRODOL
Manufacturer:Golden State Medical Supply, Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:350 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/01/16
NDC:60429-508
Carisoprodol
Manufacturer:Nostrum Laboratories, Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:250 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2021/11/01
NDC:29033-207
carisoprodol
Manufacturer:Bryant Ranch Prepack
Route:ORAL
Strength:350 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/05/22
NDC:71335-9613
CARISOPRODOL
Manufacturer:Direct_Rx
Route:ORAL
Strength:350 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2019/06/04
NDC:61919-878

Singapore Approved Products

No Singapore products found for this drug

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