Baclofen Tablets
Formulated to mitigate severe muscle spasms and enhance mobility.
Strengths: 10 · 25mg
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Lioresal
- Therapeutic class
Muscle relaxant
- Pharmacological class
GABA-B agonist
- Contraindications
peptic ulcer
- Precautions and warnings
do not stop taking abruptly; may cause impaired coordination
- Minor side effects
drowsiness; dizziness; nausea
- Moderate side effects
muscle weakness; fatigue; headache
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Patient summary
Formulated to mitigate severe muscle spasms and enhance mobility.
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Novartis
- Onset Time
30–60 minutes
- Duration
4–8 hours
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C; keep in original container.
- Drug interactions
alcohol; central nervous system depressants
- Age restrictions
Use caution in elderly.
Serious side effects
respiratory depression — requires immediate medical attention; hallucinations — requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
The drug acts as an agonist at the GABA-B receptors in the spinal cord, inhibiting both monosynaptic and polysynaptic reflexes to reduce muscle tone.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if benefits outweigh risks. Breastfeeding: Monitor infant for sedation.
Baclofen Tablets
Formulated to mitigate severe muscle spasms and enhance mobility.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Baclofen
- Listed indication(s): Muscle Spasticity, Multiple Sclerosis, Spinal Cord Injury
Available option
- 60 tablets - 25 mg657-25-mg-2208