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BRAND NAME: Soma. USES: Carisoprodol is used together with rest and physical therapy for the short-term relief of acute painful muscle and skeletal conditions in adults. It is only used for 2 to 3 weeks. Carisoprodol is not a controlled substance.
Corticosteroids aim to decrease inflammation of the airways and the alveoli that is common in emphysema cases. Taken in pill form or inhaled directly into the lungs, these powerful medications are primarily used to treat flare-ups (also known as exacerbations) and for patients who suffer from both COPD and asthma. Inhaled corticosteroids cause fewer side effects, so are the better choice for long-term treatment.