Carisoprodol is the active component of the muscle relaxant drug Prosoma 500mg tablet. It is used to treat acute musculoskeletal diseases including strains, sprains, and other injuries that are comparable and cause pain and suffering.
It works by obstructing pain signals travelling from the nerves to the brain. It is usually used for a limited period of time, up to two or three weeks, and should only be used as directed by a doctor.
