Neurosurgical:Baclofen is indicated for the treatment of: Severe spasticity of the face, tongue, and spinal cord caused by cerebral palsy; Muscle spasms, myalgia, and others caused by cerebrovascular disorders; Muscle tremor and twitching (for treatment of spasticity of the face, tongue, and spinal cord); Muscle cramps, spasms, spasms of the neck, and others (such as muscle cramps, back pain, headache, nausea, vomiting, and vomiting); Tremendment, fainting, or sudden, rarely, after stopping baclofen therapy.
Baclofen:Adults:250 mg on day 1,000 - 2,000 mg on day 2,000 - 4,000 mg daily for 5 days. In cerebrospinal fluid: 250 mg daily for 5 days. In other medicinal products: Swallow baclofen capsule whole, with or without food. Baclofen may be taken with or without food. In the presence of tetanus or measles, take baclofen at evenly spaced intervals as directed by the physician. The duration of treatment with baclofen may vary from 5 to 10 days. During this time, the patient may be periodically observed for signs of muscle weakness, myalgia, and other symptoms.
Tetanus:SeeTetanus-Solen).
MCircumFluid:Baclofen is indicated for the treatment of: Severe muscularisading disorder caused by cerebral palsy; Muscle spasms, myalgia, and others caused by cerebrovascular disorders; Muscle cramps, spasms, spasms of neck, and others (such as muscle cramps, back pain, headache, nausea and vomiting); Tremendation, fainting, or sudden, rarely, after stopping baclofen therapy.
Pituitary Cancer:See Lumbar Cancers.
Gastrointestinal:See the World Health Organization's and related Executive Marketing Parameters.
Muscle:Tetanic Nervous System (TMS) syndrome).
Baclofen should be taken orally with or without food, as directed by the doctor. The dosage may be adjusted periodically. The usual dose for pediatric patients is 250 mg daily for 5 days, or as indicated in the manufacturer's supplied dosing guide. The dosage may be adjusted or omitted under the guidance of a doctor.
Tetanic / Muscle / Cerebrovascular:Baclofen is contraindicated in the following cases: Myasthenia Gravis, seizure, peripheral neuropathy, or hypersensitivity to gamma-bromotene.
Mood Care:Misdose correction of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans to improve motor coordination may be required in these patients who have had a stroke or cerebral palsy. These patients may be managed asymmetrically to improve pain and symptoms. Hence, these conditions are also known as mood disorders. Baclofen is also known to increase the risk of fetal alcohol accumulation and necrotizing soft tissue abscesses, which can be fatal.etidepressant drugs include amitriptyline, citalopram, duloxetine, and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) such as venlafaxine. Baclofen is also known to be associated with QT prolongation in some instances. Patients on baclofen for the treatment of heart and blood vessel disorders may be at risk for this. The patient should be advised that he or she may be at risk of exposure to gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) or other agents that may cause seizures and other neurological symptoms. Before taking baclofen, the child should be advised that he or she may be at risk for exposure to gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) or other agents that may cause seizures. Patients on baclofen for the treatment of spasticity of the face, tongue, and spinal cord may be at risk for this.
Before taking BACLOFEN INHALER tablets, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to baclofen, or any other medications. If you are allergic to any of the ingredients in the tablets, or any other medications in the bottle, you may also be allergic to: Safety Precautions This product is not intended to be used as a substitute for a doctor’s prescription or other effective and safe alternative medication: Ask your health care provider before use if you have any other health conditions, questions you may have about your health conditions: Wash hands after use If you are taking BACLOFEN INHALER for muscle spasticity, it may make your muscle feel stiff or painful If you are taking baclofen (or any medication) for muscle spasticity, you may take it with food to help you swallow or numb the muscles. If you forget to use a dose of BACLOFEN INHALER, take it as soon as you remember it and then continue with your dosing schedule. Do not increase your dose without first checking with your doctor. The dosage is based on your medical condition. For the treatment of spasticity, the dose may vary depending on the condition. Dosage Adjustments The dosage schedule for BACLOFEN INHALER tablets will be different for each patient. This product is only used as a first-line aid measure to prevent falls and injuries. It is not a substitute for medical advice. You should not take BACLOFEN INHALER if you do not feel well or if you have been taking any of the following medical conditions: Heart problems or atrial fibrillation (heart failure) Symptoms of heart problems include irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, dizziness, and fainting. Symptoms of heart problems may include: Flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling) In the past few months, you have experienced swelling and pain in your abdomen and fatigue. This is not a complete list of symptoms. If you experience any symptoms of heart problems such as chest pain, shortness of breath, or fainting, stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have heart failure, stroke, or liver problems. If you have not talked to your doctor about any existing medical conditions, read the patient information included with your order before use. You should also be aware that BACLOFEN INHALER may interact with other medicines and substances. Before taking BACLOFEN INHALER, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medicines or monitor you carefully for side effects. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children and never share your medicines with anyone. Storage Store BACLOFEN INHALER at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Do not refrigerate. Store the tablets at room temperature (read storage notes in the package before use). Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and away from pets. Let others know if you are taking or might take any other medicines. Give all of your medical history and questions to your doctor before use if you have: Unusual muscle spasm, spasms, or rigidity In the past, when you had to stop taking BACLOFEN INHALER, you had to stop using the medicine. You are also not at risk for muscle spasm, cramps, or spasms. Symptoms of stopping BACLOFEN INHALER include: Muscle pain or tightness; a slow heart rate or pounding heartbeat. These symptoms may improve with time. You are more likely to experience: Fatigue; swelling of your ankles or feet. These are symptoms of a low magnesium blood level (may become worse). You are also at an increased risk for: Heart attack, stroke, or irregular heartbeat In the past, when you had to stop taking BACLOFEN INHALER, you had to stop using the medicine. You are also at an increased risk for: Heart failure, heart attack, or irregular heart beat. You are also at an increased risk for: Stroke, heart failure, or heart attack. All of these symptoms may improve with time. You are more likely to: Your muscles feel tight; Your heartbeat feels fast or pounding; You have cough or choking. You have frequent cough or choking; You have a fever; Your vision is blurry; You have muscle pain or tightness; Your body aches.
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused due to cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke or due to any other nerve or spinal cord disorders.
Baclofen: Muscle Relaxants
Baclofen is a muscle relaxant. It acts by increasing the effects of certain chemical messengers (such as GABA) in the spinal cord that induces muscle relaxation. As a result, it prevents muscle twitching, relieves pain caused due to muscle spasms and improves muscle movement.
Consult your doctor:
Baclofen is available to treat spasticity in cases where other treatments have not been successful or have not been curtailed, such as:
Baclofen is available to treat severe spasticity in patients as follows:
Baclofen may also be used for the treatment of other forms of muscle spasticity such as:
Baclofen is a prescription medication that contains the active ingredient Baclofen. It is not recommended for sustained use in patients with headache, fever or pain. Over the counter medications ( such as decongestants) help remove the active ingredient from your body. Without a prescription, over the counter medicines such as Baclofen may cause mild side effects such as irregular heartbeat, weight gain, low blood pressure, and headache.
Baclofen belongs to the group of medications calledantidepressants. It is used totreat muscle spasms caused by certain types of disorderstreat spasticity in adultsand children aged 2 years and older.
Baclofen belongs to the class of medications calledtryptophan selective serotonin reuptake inhibitorsThese medications work byincreasing the levels of serotonin in the brain
It isnotessentialto use baclofen with alcohol, or with a combination of both. But there are many ways in which it can be safely and effectively used. Always talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of using baclofen.
This medication may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms.Any specific brand name of this medication may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of this medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles.If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor.Do not stop using this medication without consulting your doctor.
Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do.It can be harmful for people to use this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.
TabletsEach of the tablets in thishaler contains baclofen as the active ingredient.Each tablet is engravedwith the message: BACLOFENONLYa month in advance of the next scheduled date.
SuspensionEach of the powder type powder type tablets is a suspension, which is a gel or liquid that is a type of liquid.Each tablet is packaged in a plastic containerwith a label stating:HOW IT WORKSA single tablet should be used with each of the three main types of baclofen.IT IS USEDas part of the treatment of spasticity due to spinal cord disorders and other spinal cord disorders. For
For adultsand children aged 2 years and older with spinal cord disorders, the following doses are available:5 mg/kgof baclofenin 1 mL of waterand10 mg/kgof baclofen in 2 mL of water andin 1 mL of water. The dose is dependent on the condition being treated. Your doctor will decide how much you should receive in each treatment.
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