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what is the definition or description of: carisoprodol overdose?

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Carisoprodol  OD: An overdose occurs when an excessive / dangerous dose of a drug / substance is used. "Overdose symptoms may include shallow breathing, vision problems, fast heartbeat, confusion, hallucinations (seeing things), muscle stiffness, feeling light-headed, fainting, or seizure (convulsions)."  SEE:   http://www.emedicinehealth.com/drug-carisoprodol/page3_em.htm

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: rela (carisoprodol) overdose?

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Rela overdose: Rela (carisoprodol)  is a  skeletal muscle relaxant.  It is a controlled substance. Overdose occurs when amounts exceeding recommended amounts are ingested.

Question 3

can a carisoprodol overdose be deadly?

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Overdose: Any overdose calls for immediate medical attention.

Question 4

what is the treatment for carisoprodol overdose?

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Many: Mainly liver and kidney damage, excessive drowsiness, and respiratory depression are the things i would most be worried about, so essentially close monitoring for any of these is how i would treat an overdose.  I might try Naloxone just to see if it reverses the effects to any degree, but not sure if it would actually do so or not.

Question 5

can a carisoprodol overdose be fatal or just bad?

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Either: Muscle relaxer that also works centrally in the brain. The drug is related to other sedative type drugs (meprobamate). Can cause respiratory depression, low blood pressure, seizures, blood problems, dependency/abuse, withdrawal; worse if mixed with other depressants like alcohol. There are other and better alternative drugs; a popular item on internet sites- not a good way to get medicines.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: soma (carisoprodol) overdose?

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Soma  overdose: An overdose occurs when an excessive / dangerous dose of a drug / substance is used.  Overdose symptoms may include:  shallow breathing, blurred vision, visual hallucinations &amp; lightheadedness. REF:   http://www.projectknow.com/research/carisoprodol-overdose/

Question 7

what is the treatment for rela (carisoprodol) overdose?

Accepted Answer

Rela (carisoprodol) overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Us residents can call the us national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222.

Question 8

how many milligrams of soma (carisoprodol) could cause an overdose?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Really, based on size and weight, but  usual dose is 350 mg every 8 hrs.  More likely than not, some tolerance will occur if slow increase of dose, but likely significant side effects if sudden doubling of dosage.  Would advise, that Soma (carisoprodol) metabolizes to miltown, a drug removed from market years ago, due to abuse potential and risk!  talk at length with your doctor regarding this product.

Question 9

will i be ok if i take an expired carisoprodol pill?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Best to follow the expiration date shown.

Question 10

is carisoprodol addictive?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This chemical converts into a chemical known as meprobamate, which is addictive.We could have a long discussion as to addiction vs habituation but bottom line is: avoid long term use if possible.

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