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I was started on soma (carisoprodol) for muscle spasms in my back.i also have a migrain and was wondering if it is safe to take my midrin. ?

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Soma (carisoprodol): Soma (carisoprodol) is a bad choice for muscle spasms in general. If necessary use should be kept to just a few days. It is highly addictive due to its metabolite which is Meprobamate (acts like a valium) - use of Midrin is not any issue unless you already have drowsiness with the soma (carisoprodol).

Answered 3/20/2015

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