METHOCARBAMOL vs SOMA

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. METHOCARBAMOL and SOMA are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	METHOCARBAMOL	SOMA
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	~$1.27 /30	~$2.00 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	METHOCARBAMOL	CARISOPRODOL
Manufacturer	Bostal	Mylan Speciality LP
Dosage forms	Injectable, Tablet	Tablet
Drug class	Muscle Relaxant	Muscle Relaxant
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	about 1 to 2 hours	about 2 hours
Treats	Muscle Cramp, Muscle Rigidity, Myositis	Muscle Cramp, Muscle Rigidity, Muscle Spasticity

methocarbamol soma

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

~$1.27 /30

~$2.00 /30

Type

Active ingredient

METHOCARBAMOL

CARISOPRODOL

Manufacturer

Bostal

Mylan Speciality LP

Dosage forms

Injectable, Tablet

Tablet

Drug class

Muscle Relaxant

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 1 to 2 hours

about 2 hours

Treats

Muscle Cramp, Muscle Rigidity, Myositis

Muscle Cramp, Muscle Rigidity, Muscle Spasticity

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Methocarbamol or Soma?

Methocarbamol costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $1.27 vs $2.00 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Methocarbamol and Soma?

Methocarbamol contains Methocarbamol, while Soma contains Carisoprodol — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.