Carisoprodol, Aspirin, and Codeine (Oral Route)

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Carisoprodol, Aspirin, and Codeine (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

Description

Carisoprodol, aspirin, and codeine combination is used to relax certain muscles in your body and relieve the discomfort caused by acute (short-term), painful muscle or bone conditions. However, this medicine does not take the place of rest, exercise, physical therapy, or other treatments that your doctor may recommend for your medical condition.

Carisoprodol is a skeletal muscle relaxant. It acts on the central nervous system (CNS) to relax muscles. Aspirin is an antiinflammatory agent that is often used for pain and fever. Codeine is a narcotic analgesic (pain medicine) that acts on the CNS to relieve pain.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using
DR602691 Portions of this document last updated: Dec. 1, 2012

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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