Delsym and Soma drug interactions - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Drug interactions are reported among people who take Delsym (dextromethorphan polistirex) and Soma (carisoprodol). Common drug interactions include upper respiratory tract infection among females and electrocardiogram qt prolonged among males.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes what interactions people have when they take Delsym and Soma. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 20 people who take the same drugs from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Delsym?

Delsym has active ingredients of dextromethorphan polistirex. It is often used in cough. eHealthMe is studying from 5,033 Delsym users. Check the latest studies of Delsym.

What is Soma?

Soma has active ingredients of carisoprodol. It is often used in muscle spasms. eHealthMe is studying from 17,137 Soma users. Check the latest studies of Soma.

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On Sep, 02, 2026

20 people who take Delsym and Soma together, and have interactions are studied.

Delsym and Soma drug interactions.

What are the common drug interactions of Delsym and Soma, by gender? *:

female:

  1. Upper respiratory tract infection
  2. Sinusitis (inflammation of sinus)
  3. Cell death
  4. Crohn's disease (a condition that causes inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract)
  5. Gastroenteritis viral (inflammation of stomach and intestine caused by virus infection)
  6. Pneumonia
  7. Spinal disorder (disease of spine a back bone)
  8. Kidney infection
  9. Confusional state
  10. Dizziness

male:

  1. Electrocardiogram qt prolonged
  2. Hypoxia (low oxygen in tissues)
  3. Gastrointestinal hypomotility (less activity of the intestinal tract)
  4. Small intestinal obstruction (blockage in small intestine)
  5. Urinary tract infection
  6. Somnolence (a state of near-sleep, a strong desire for sleep)

What are the common drug interactions of Delsym and Soma, by age (0-1 to 60+)? *:

0-1:

n/a

2-9:

n/a

10-19:

n/a

20-29:

n/a

30-39:

  1. Dizziness
  2. Impaired driving ability
  3. Impaired work ability
  4. Influenza
  5. Pneumonia
  6. Sinusitis (inflammation of sinus)
  7. Confusional state

40-49:

n/a

50-59:

  1. Electrocardiogram qt prolonged
  2. Hypoxia (low oxygen in tissues)
  3. Gastrointestinal hypomotility (less activity of the intestinal tract)
  4. Small intestinal obstruction (blockage in small intestine)
  5. Urinary tract infection
  6. Somnolence (a state of near-sleep, a strong desire for sleep)

60+:

n/a

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

  1. Immunodeficiency Common Variable: 8 people, 40.00%
  2. Sleep Disorder: 6 people, 30.00%
  3. Pain: 6 people, 30.00%
  4. Inflammation: 4 people, 20.00%
  5. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (a condition in which stomach contents leak backward from the stomach into the oesophagus): 4 people, 20.00%
  6. Gastrointestinal Motility Disorder (abnormal intestinal contractions): 4 people, 20.00%
  7. Heart Disease: 4 people, 20.00%
  8. High Blood Cholesterol: 4 people, 20.00%
  9. High Blood Pressure: 4 people, 20.00%
  10. Hypersensitivity: 4 people, 20.00%

* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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Sub-studies by gender and age:

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Male: 0-1 2-9 10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+

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How the study uses the data?

The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on dextromethorphan polistirex and carisoprodol (the active ingredients of Delsym and Soma, respectively), and Delsym and Soma (the brand names). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.

How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

Who is eHealthMe?

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