Soma (carisoprodol) is a muscle relaxant and is used to help relieve pain and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, and other muscle injuries.

No, Soma is not a narcotic. Many people use the word “narcotic” to refer to all controlled substance medications. But, a narcotic is actually an opioid pain reliever.

No, this drug makes you dizzy or drowsy.

The onset of action of carisoprodol is rapid and effects last 4 to 6 hours.