NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

PHARMACOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Soma-Brand Name (muscle relaxant-schedule IV)
A
cyclobenzaprine
B
carisoprodol
C
clindamycin
D
clonidine
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Carisoprodol (Soma) is a muscle relaxant that’s used to treat muscle pain and discomfort. It’s taken by mouth, typically 4 times daily. Carisoprodol (Soma) is a controlled substance medication and it’s only approved for short-term treatment of muscle pain and should only be taken for up to 2 to 3 weeks.

Detailed explanation-2: -Carisoprodol, sold under the brand name Soma among others, is a medication used for musculoskeletal pain.

Detailed explanation-3: -Carisoprodol, also known by the brand name Soma, is a prescription skeletal muscle relaxant. It is typically prescribed to relieve pain caused by muscle injuries like strains and sprains. This drug comes in tablet form and is taken by mouth, often several times a day when treating an injury.

Detailed explanation-4: -Soma is metabolized into meprobamate, a Schedule IV drug with a potential for abuse.

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