Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic uses of Carisoprodol as follows: Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a condition affecting the musculoskeletal system, probably secondary to altered processing of pain signals by the brain and spinal cord. Pain signals travel along the nerves to reach brain and spinal cord, where the signals are realized and processed. This helps with awareness of pain and contributes to taking necessary steps for pain control. In individuals with fibromyalgia these signals are amplified [...]

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic uses of Carisoprodol as follows: Back & neck pain Prolonged malposition, occupational and sports injuries involving the back and neck, can lead to involuntary muscle contractions or spasms contributing to back & neck pain, flaccidity, weakness, and compromised function. Carisoprodol by controlling the spasms, helps with easing the pain and discomfort and contribute to improved function. Disc prolapse or rupture Individuals with history of intervertebral disc prolapse or rupture can [...]

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon mechanism of action of Carisoprodol as follows: Nerve impulses travel from the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system) along the nerves to the muscles. Conduction of nerve impulse to the muscle results in muscle contraction. Inhibition of nerve impulse conduction to the muscle results in relaxation of muscle. Mechanism of carisoprodol action is not exactly clear. Carisoprodol is thought to work by depressing the central nervous system. Depression of brain [...]