Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking carisoprodol as follows: Carisoprodol can sometimes also induce extreme dry mouth and constipation in some individuals. Sucking on a sugar free hard candy can help with symptomatic relief of dry mouth. Proper hydration measures and compliance with daily fluid intake recommendations can help with relief from constipation. If you experience any further bothersome constipation, report it to your physician for a recommendation on laxative/stool softener [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking carisoprodol as follows: Maintain strict compliance with intake of the medication as ordered, with regards to dosage and frequency, to derive the benefit of the medication. Do not change the dose on this medication without consulting your physician. This medication can induce some nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, and self-limiting diarrhea, especially when taken on empty stomach. Taking the medication with a glass of water and [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking carisoprodol as follows: Carisoprodol has strong potential for addiction, especially after prolonged use and/or in individuals with history of substance/drug abuse. Carisoprodol is metabolized by the liver to active products that have a strong abuse potential. This makes carisoprodol a risky drug and so, must be avoided for a safer alternative in individuals with history of drug abuse. Individuals who are active drug abusers or [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Carisoprodol as follows: Carisoprodol use can also result in fast and pounding heartbeat. Individuals with history of cardiac arrhythmias can be at increased risk for precipitation of arrhythmic episodes with carisoprodol use and must be increasingly watchful to report worsening symptoms of arrhythmias, such as, chest pain, low blood pressure, confusion, dizziness, increasing shortness of breath, and worsening fatigue.  Hypotension and irregular heartbeat, secondary to carisoprodol intake, can [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Carisoprodol as follows: Carisoprodol, especially when taken in high doses, can lead to depression of respiratory center in the brain, exacerbation of SOB, and difficulty breathing. Low oxygen levels in the body with elevated carbon-di-oxide levels can contribute to altered levels of consciousness, sedation, slow & shallow breathing, severely compromised endurance and exercise tolerance, extreme fatigue, and development of seizures. Severe cases might also lead to emergency situations, [...]