soma side effects
Like many drugs hyped on TV some work wonders, others hit the positive highlights, temporarily obfuscate, then as the message nears its end, attempt to eschew side effects by having the announcer read as fast as possible. Actually, in one case, the manufacturer of a new drug that proposes to solve your arthritic problems, does have the nerve to end the TV spot by telling you that not only does it have side effects a page long, it might cause death. Yikes! I'm not making this stuff up, folks.
Such may be the case with Soma, which is the brand name of the generic drug carisoprodol, a $500 dollar name for a muscle relaxer ostensibly ingested to block pain sensations between the nerves and your brain. And yes, you need not be reminded that it is a prescription medication. To put the scenario in plain English, Soma is basically used to treat pain caused by a sprain, spasm, or strain. Soma does not heal anything; only helps to eliminate some of the pain caused by the injury. A professional bycyclist who earns a living performing in races around the world is a prime candidate for the use and abuse of the Soma drug.
The good news is Soma is helpful as a temporary bandaid, however there are several possible side effects.
Using the aforementioned statement about bike racers, reports are abundant concerning long-term use of the Soma drug. Think abuse. The longer the dependency - the bigger the risk. Actually, the medical community is quick to suggest that Soma should only be taken for two or three weeks. Those same medical watchdogs also suggest that long-term Soma addiction users should be aware of withdrawal symptoms that can include headaches, nausea, seizures, stomach pain and the inability to sleep at night.
Another serious Soma side effect that you should be aware of is a partial epilepsy seizure, especially if it is ingested with another prescription drug, alcohol or illegal drugs. Since Soma may play a part in attacking the central nervous system in your body and impair mental and physical abilities, driving a car or farm tractor out in an open field will get a thumbs-down. Also that six-pack of beer won't help your mental and physical abilities, either. The sometime sedative side effects of Soma could cause drowsiness and the inability to concentrate.
Do your own research on all drugs.