Baclofen 10 mg

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What is the most important information I should know about baclofen?

Use caution if you need muscle tone for safe balance and mobility during specific activities before taking baclofen.

Avoid abrupt stopping of baclofen use to avoid unpleasant withdrawal effects.

What is baclofen?

• Muscle relaxants and antispasmodics are both types of baclofen.
• Spasms, discomfort, and stiffness in the muscles brought on by multiple sclerosis are all conditions that are treated with baclofen.
• Muscle spasms and other signs of spinal cord damage or disease are occasionally treated with baclofen.
• There are additional uses for baclofen not covered in this pharmaceutical guide.

Why it’s used

Muscle spasms are treated with baclofen. It might be utilized in combined therapy. This indicates that you might have to combine it with other medications.

Typical dosing for baclofen

Adults and children over the age of 12 should typically take 5 mg to 20 mg orally three times a day. Typically, your doctor will start you on a low dose and increase it as needed based on how well the drug works for you and any adverse effects you encounter. No more than 80 mg should be used in a single day.

How should take baclofen?

Observe every instruction on the prescription drug label. To ensure you experience the optimum results, your doctor may occasionally adjust your dose. Use of this medication outside of the specified range or for longer than advised is not advised.

If your muscular issues do not go better or worsen, contact your doctor right away.

Avoid abrupt stopping of baclofen use to avoid unpleasant withdrawal symptoms like hallucinations or seizures. Find out from your doctor how to discontinue taking this medication without risk.

Keep your items at room temperature away from heat and moisture.

What are the possible side effects of baclofen?

Common side effects may include:

• sleepiness, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, headache, sleeplessness, nausea, constipation, or the need to urinate more frequently than normal.

Serious side effects

• withdrawal symptoms, including hallucinations and seizures, extreme drowsiness, agitation, and urination issues

Warnings for people with certain health conditions

For people with epilepsy: Discuss with your doctor whether this medication is safe for you. Your seizure control may deteriorate if you take baclofen.

For people with kidney problems: If you have kidney issues or a history of kidney disease, it’s possible that you won’t be able to properly eliminate this medication from your body. Baclofen levels may rise as a result, which could lead to increased adverse effects. Your doctor could start you on a lesser dose if you have kidney trouble.

For people with a history of stroke: If you’ve had a stroke, baclofen may cause you to experience additional adverse effects. Your muscle spasms may also not be helped by this medication.

FAQs

Q. Is baclofen a pain killer?

A. No. Muscle relaxants include baclofen. While it can ease the pain brought on by muscular spasms, it cannot ease the pain brought on by other conditions including inflammation or nerve issues.

Q. Is baclofen a narcotic?

A. No. The term “narcotic” is frequently used to describe any prescription painkiller. A narcotic, however, is actually an opioid analgesic. As a muscle relaxant, baclofen does not alleviate pain in the same manner as narcotic drugs do.

Q. Can baclofen be used for back pain?

A. The FDA has not approved baclofen for back pain. On the basis of some clinical research, however, some medical professionals might opt to recommend it for back pain in addition to other types of pain. If you have back pain brought on by muscle spasms, it might be effective for you. Baclofen might not be very effective if your pain is dull and achy or has a pins-and-needles sensation. If you suffer from back discomfort, speak with your doctor to find out more about your alternatives.