Question

The client was recently diagnosed with a musculo skeletal disorder and ordered carisoprodol. The nurse completes teaching about the medication. Which statement by the client indicates a need for more teaching about carisoprodol?

Answer 1

Answer:

Possible adverse effect/s of the drug that might need additional teaching:

• Misuse of the drug may cause addiction, overdose, or death
• Do not consume alcohol while on the medication
• It should not be taken by patients who are breastfeeding or with Porphyria

Explanation:

Carisoprodol is muscle relaxant for short-term relief or discomfort for related musculo-skeletal disorders. Taking this drug without doctor's orders may cause addiction or withdrawal symptoms. Taking it with alcohol may increase the risk of sedation, and in overdose, respiratory depression, and death.

The drug is also metabolized in the liver which produces meprobamate, known to cause acute attacks of porphyria. The drug can also be expressed in breast milk and may cause drowsiness in the infant.