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Top Questions and Answers
Is carisoprodol (soma) an opiate? OH, and i know that it is a skeletal muscle relaxent but does this mean that it is not an opiate. My ass,"its not a narcatic" If its not an opiate than what exactly constitutes an opiate?

dragonkisses replied: "No, it is not an opiate. and if that is all they r testing for, u will pass ur drug test."

Mad Roy replied: "No, it is not an opiate or narcotic of any kind."

my question: is soma a barbitute, diazepein, or a opiate? ? im wondering if it is going to show up on my drug screen

lbarlow2_99 replied: "It is none of the above. It is in the class of a muscle relaxer like flexeril however it can given some pain relief ( narcan will work on it to a degree). No it will not show up on your drug screen."

Big House of Pain replied: "Soma is a muscle relaxer that your body metabolizes to meprobamate (known as miltown in the old days). It depends on what they are screening for. If it is a standard drug screen (looking for the DOT 5) then no it (the drug screen) will be negative. Soma is addictive and there is a nasty withdrawal with strange symptoms (hallucinations) associated with it."

SZO replied: "Soma is a meprobamate-related skeletal muscle relaxant (the body convert Soma into this). This can trigger a positive EMIT screening test in urine but will likely NOT be confirmed unless they are looking specifically for it's presence."

is soma made with opiates? is it like vicodin

K dubbs replied: "soma's from a book lol...people may call things soma but it's not real"

Soma, Vicadin, and measurements? Are Soma and Vicadin opiates? What does 1ng per 1ml mean? How much is 1ng in non-metric terms?

startrektosnewenterpriselovethem replied: "Soma itself is not an opiate, but some formulations include codeine which is an opiate. It is a muscle relaxant. Vicodin is and opiate and is more addictive than soma. You probably mean 1mg per 1ml which is how it is measured in liquid form when given as a shot, it is always measured metrically so converting it to standard is not important. 1ml is about 5 drops and 1mg is a tiny amount"

I am having a MRI with sedation and I am a little freaked out about the sedation? Since I am already taking Lexapro, Soma and 50mg of opiates a day for the pain doesn't the sedation drugs lower your respitory system when taken with opiates.

Chynna replied: "Yeah they do but they should of told you not to take it before going to have the MRI done. The sedation is used for the purpose of making sure you stay still. depending on how long it will take for the MRI you need to lye very still and not move at all or the results will not be accurate. Call the MRI place and tell them what you are taking and ask them if you shouldn't take the meds. before coming in or if it will have any negative affects on on your breathing etc. if you do take it. Good Luck"

csjs536 replied: "I really don't know, but your doctor probably wouldn't be doing it if it was going to harm you."

mary texas replied: "The amount prescribed will be safe. You can always refuse sedation if you won't get wigged in the MRI. I have had MRI's without sedation. I just kept my eyes closed."

yaska replied: "I am sure you or your doctor told them the medication you are on but I would double check with them to be certain. I had an MRI and was not sedated the only thing that bothered me was the very loud noises, however, they do give you ear plugs and ear phones so just relax and deep breathe and think pleasant thoughts and you will get through it okay, its just a test."

FutureRadiologist14 replied: "if you are claustraphobic about the exam and need sedation for that call your doctor and see if there is an open MRI in your town it is more like a CAT scan machine it is not as closed off"

vicky t replied: "THEY ONLY USE A MILD SEDATIVE AND IT SHOULDN'T AFFECT YOUR RESPIRATIONS. IT JUST RELAXES YOU SO THAT THEY CAN POSITION YOU THE WAY THE NEED TO WITHOUT CAUSING YOU MORE PAIN THAN YOU ARE ALREADY IN. THEY REVIEW ALL OF YOUR MEDICATIONS BEFORE DECIDING WHICH DRUG WILL NOT INTERACT WITH THEM AND IT IS VERY SAFE AND BELIEVE ME MUCH MORE COMFORTABLE. I HAVE HAD 2 NECK SURGERYS AND IF YOU HAVE THE OPTION--TAKE THE SEDATION. THEY WILL ADMINISTER A DRUG THAT WILL STOP THE SEDATION IF THERE ARE ANY PROBLEMS (WHICH THERE USUALLY IS NOT). THEY ARE VERY CAREFUL WITH WHAT THEY USE AND ALWAYS HAVE THE REVERSAL MEDICATION RIGHT THERE, SO GO FOR THE SEDATION. IT IS SAFE AND DEFINATELY HELPS YOU RELAX WHILE THE PROCEEDURE IS BEING DONE."

OK so, My Dr. wants to put me on Soma's, but...........? I hear they will really make me sleepy. He put me vicodine/500mg, and they work ok... I take two at a time and that makes the pain easier. But they do not make me tired at all. Neither do Norco's. But my Dr. doesn't want me taking an opiate for longer than a month, so he wants me to come back to switch me to Soma's. I am just really dreading them! I don't want to be tired all the time, and just taking them at night won't do any good because i will be sleeping anyway. So my question is... What is another option for me besides Soma's or vicodine? Can anyone give me any options to suggest to my Dr? -Thanks haha @ tylenol! That's not going to help in the slightest! I have tremors in my back and they are making me feel insane!

TheProphet replied: "first, what is the reason for you taking pain medication? chronic or acute ? for something minor, your doctor is making a good choice in not keepin you on opiates long term maybe try something like tylenol? you still haven't explained anything, tremors in back doesn't explain anything or the severity of the pain judging by your doctor not wanting to rx more opiates, it sounds like an acute muscular issue, and in that case it's better to NOT get dependent on opiates have you even tried high doses of ibu or tylenol? or just guessing at it not working i came off of 200+ mg of oxycodone or 300-400mg of hydrocodone and 1200mcg fentanyl/ day to control chronic pain and high doses of ibu and tylenol actually DO work to some degree with pain relief"

quijibored replied: "Simply take less of the Soma. If you are taking the Soma for muscle spasms and do not intend on abusing them in any way, then 1/2 tab AM & PM will provide plenty of spasm relief without causing too much sedation. Soma breaks down chemically into the older tranquilizer meprobamate so you do not want to take high doses of this medicine for long periods of time. You also do not want to drive a car or drink alcohol when taking Soma and Vicodin at the same time. Properly used, Soma are the most effective of the muscle relaxers in my opinion. Your other muscle relaxer choices do not work half as well as Soma."

Jenni B replied: "Why does everyone jump to Tylenol? If you're in that much pain, Tylenol is comparable to taking a sugar pill. I'm currently taking Robaxin for my muscle spasms and it works very well without making me tired. I was on Somas for awhile, and they worked very well for me, also. I would say taking the Soma with the Vicodan will more than likely make you drowsy. Good luck - I hope you can get some relief."

Chas replied: "I take Soma everyday as part of a pain management program for a cervical spine injury. You will only feel tired for the first few days and then you won't notice it at all. It's not like opiates, you won't have withdrawls from not taking it. Here are a few links that may help you "

What are the odds of a person successfully gettings off opiates? My son is 23 yrs and has three years of collage behind him and has now become addicted to drugs. he has been snorting Oxycontin, taking Soma and Vicodin and who knows what else. How can I help him. he refuses to go into a residential treatment program. Currrently he is attending an outpatient rehab program but i feel as though it is only for show. He is not taking is seriously because he is continueing to use. His mentality is that he should be able to take a pill if he wants too just as one would sit down and have a beer. Over this last year I have watched these drugs destroy his life and I am at a loss as to what I can do to help safe him. He has flat lined twice wtithin 4 months. He is my only child and I love him with all my heart. I lost one child 8 years ago and do not want to loose my only son especially not to drugs. Please help me to helpo my son.

isabow27 replied: "I know this may be hard to hear but have you tried to have him committed to a rehab that isn't outpatient? You might also try getting legal custody of him through an attorney's office and legally force him into treatment and a work program for recovering addicts. It also sounds like he doesn't want help. For my ex-husband, it was a trip to prison that made him take a hard look at his life after being in and out of treatment facilities too many times to count. Only your son can really save himself but who's to say the law can't be on your side about it?"

evancds replied: "if u can't make him go to a real detox facility because he's an adult, I'm sure a judge can once he gets arrested enough times"

?man replied: "This is a very bad situation. The good news is that many people have saved themselves from harmful drug addictions. The bad news is that many do not. If i were you I wouldn't be concerned with the odds...this isn't Vegas and this is NOT a game. The drugs you have mentioned are very strong and I imagine he is likely to combine use of them as his "tolerance" to the effects grows. Your son is in a situation that he absolutely can NOT change by himself. I think you are correct...he is in outpatient rehabilitation ONLY because he knows that he will still have access to the drugs when he wants. And he WILL, that is the nature of addiction. Your son is legally an adult but someone will have to intervene for this to end in a non-tragic manner. As to your question...the answer is that it depends on what an external person or group is willing to do to help the person."

tctrotson replied: "Opiates were the end of the road for me. I was shooting Heroin by the time the pain got to be to great. I'm truly lucky to be alive today. I now have almost 2 1/2 years sober. For me, I wouldn't stop until I was ready. There was nothing anyone could do or say to make me stop. The drugs had me on the streets (homeless) or living in crack houses. I had been in and out of jails and rehabs. I had lost all hope. I finally decided that enough was enough. I had been to AA/NA meetings before,but this time around was different. I got honest and found some people that were living a better life than I was. The program works for people who WANT it, not for those who NEED it. As for my Mom, she was my biggest enabler. She decided she had enough of my bullsh*t and had me arrested for having drugs in her home. Has your son been arrested before? The first time I was arrested because of drugs, they offered me rehab as opposed to jail. I was court stipulated and had to stay or do the time in jail. Remember if he has illegal drugs in your house, you will be in just as much trouble as if you were caught on the street with them. It may sound harsh but when my mom stopped helping me is when I had to learn to stand on my own two feet. *Contact me if you feel the need. I'll keep you and your son in my prayers*"

Anonymous replied: "In my opinion Opiates are the worst when it comes to addiction, they are both physically, and psychologically dependent substances. Very rarely does someone make it out of these circumstances on their own. The only solution is to find him help. He needs to complete detox, and find a support group if not a personal counselor."

Question about opiate tolerance.? I have grade IV spondylolisthesis and was prescribed Norco and Soma seven years ago. I became addicted to these pills and stopped taking them for two years. Due to a recent car accident I am going to have to start taking these meds again because i cannot tolerate the pain. My question is will I have to start taking the same amount I was before? Like I mentioned I was abusing them so I was taking 6 times the amount that I was prescribed. Can I expect pain relief from taking them like they will be prescribed or should I expect to have to take the same amount that I used to? Thanks for your help!

oldmomfromportland replied: "The normal dose should help at first, although your tolerance may build quickly-- like after a week or so. I hope you were honest with your Doc about the addiction- they have many ways to help you with this. No Doc will with hold NEEDED pain medications , but they will keep a close eye on the dose you are taking, and make sure you aren't apt to begin abusing again."

ReggieR replied: "Pain medication is odd. If there is real pain it tends to take care of the pain and NOT make you high. If you start getting high off them you know you are past the point of getting rid of the pain and into getting high. I would tell the doctor that you had an issue is the past so he can watch it. No you will start out at the normal amount and will obviously increase from there over time. Have you tried other ways to deal with the pain trigger point injections. Or bi feed back. God Bless Reggie"

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