Carisoprodol is a prescription medication used to relax muscles and relieve pain due to muscle spasms. Carisoprodol belongs to a class of drugs called muscle relaxants, which help prevent muscle spasms without affecting overall muscle control.

This medication comes in tablet form and is taken 3 times a day and at bedtime, with or without food. It is recommended that carisoprodol be taken for a maximum of 3 weeks.

Common side effects of carisoprodol include headache, nausea, and vomiting.

Carisoprodol can cause drowsiness and dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how carisoprodol affects you. Alcohol may intensify this side effect.