Onasemnogene Abeparvovec and Soma

• Generic Name: onasemnogene abeparvovec
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Zolgensma, Zolgensma

Onasemnogene abeparvovec is used to treat spinal muscular atrophy in children younger than 2 years old who have a specific gene mutation that affects nerve signals to the muscles.

onasemnogene abeparvovec may not be effective in a child who is completely paralyzed or is dependent on a ventilator for breathing.

Onasemnogene abeparvovec may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: carisoprodol
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Soma, Vanadom

Soma (carisoprodol) is a muscle relaxer that blocks pain sensations between the nerves and the brain.

Soma is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat skeletal muscle conditions such as pain or injury.

Soma should only be used for short periods (up to two or three weeks) because there is no evidence of its effectiveness in long term use and most skeletal muscle injuries are generally of short duration.