Which muscle relaxer is stronger than flexeril?
Soma (carisoprodol) is a muscle relaxer that belongs to the same family as flexeril, but is considered a stronger form of the medication. Soma works by blocking pain sensations between he nerves and the brain. Soma can be prescribed alone, or combined with a narcotic such as codeine. Soma is prescribed more often than flexeril for moderate to severe pain, while flexeril is reserved for minor to moderate pain.
