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CARISOPRODOL AND ASPIRIN
(carisoprodol and aspirin) Tablet

DRUG DESCRIPTION

This is a combination product containing Carisoprodol, a centrally-acting muscle relaxant, plus aspirin, an analgesic with antipyretic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is available as a two layered, white and light lavender round tablet for oral administration. Chemically, Carisoprodol is N-isopropyl-2-methyl-2-propyl-1, 3-propanediol dicarbamate. Its empirical formula is C₁₂H₂₄N₂O₄, with a molecular weight of 260.33. The structural formula is:

Carisoprodol Structural Formula Illustration

Chemically, aspirin is benzoic acid, 2-(acetyloxy)-. Its empirical formula is C₉H₈O₄ with a molecular weight of 180.16. The structural formula is:

Each tablet for oral administration contains Carisoprodol 200 mg and Aspirin 325 mg.

Each tablet contains the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, D&C Red #30, FD&C Blue #1, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, starch, stearic acid and other ingredients.

What are the precautions when taking carisoprodol and aspirin (Carisoprodol and Aspirin)?

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to carisoprodol or aspirin; or to related medications such as meprobamate, tybamate, NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen, or other salicylates such as salsalate; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: aspirin-sensitive asthma (a history of worsening breathing with runny/stuffy nose after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs), bleeding/clotting problems (e.g., coagulopathy, bleeding peptic ulcers), certain genetic blood...

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Last reviewed on RxList: 5/28/2009
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.