Baclofen 20mg

Baclofen 20mg — Uses and Benefits

Baclofen 20mg is mainly used to treat muscle spasticity and spasms.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Muscle spasticity caused by multiple sclerosis
• Muscle stiffness and spasms due to spinal cord injury or disease
• Spasticity following stroke or certain brain disorders in some cases
• Painful muscle spasms that affect daily movement

HOW IT WORKS

• Acts on receptors in the spinal cord to reduce the transmission of nerve signals that cause muscles to tighten
• Helps relax overactive muscles, improving movement and reducing pain from spasm
• Effect builds up gradually as the dose is increased slowly under medical supervision

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for ordinary muscular pain from exercise or minor injury
• Not a painkiller for general body ache or fever
• Not used for anxiety, sleep problems, or as a sedative
• Not a treatment for epilepsy or seizure disorders

How to Use Baclofen 20mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually in divided doses through the day
• Can be taken with food if it causes stomach upset
• Swallow the tablet with water; do not crush or chew unless your doctor tells you to
• Do not stop taking it suddenly on your own, even if you feel better
• Dose is usually increased or decreased gradually by your doctor

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one
• If you miss several doses, inform your doctor before restarting

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct heat, sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Do not store in the bathroom or near the kitchen sink
• Discard any expired or unused medicine safely, do not flush it

Baclofen 20mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Drowsiness or sleepiness
• Dizziness
• Weakness or tiredness
• Nausea
• Dry mouth

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• Low blood pressure or fainting feeling on standing
• Constipation or diarrhoea
• Confusion
• Sleep disturbance or vivid dreams

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe breathing difficulty
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips or throat
• Seizures or fits
• Hallucinations or severe confusion
• Sudden worsening of muscle stiffness after stopping the medicine suddenly

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Baclofen 20mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be used only under the supervision of a doctor.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to baclofen or any ingredient in the tablet
• Have a known history of severe allergic reaction to this medicine

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney disease
• Have a history of seizures or epilepsy
• Have mental illness, depression or psychiatric conditions
• Have a history of stroke or peptic ulcer
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Are elderly, as you may be more sensitive to side effects

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other sedatives, sleeping pills, or tranquillisers
• Alcohol, which increases drowsiness
• Antidepressants and antipsychotic medicines
• Blood pressure lowering medicines
• Other muscle relaxants

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

No, alcohol can increase drowsiness and dizziness and should be avoided.

Can I stop this medicine suddenly if I feel better?

No, stopping suddenly can cause withdrawal symptoms like severe spasm, confusion or fits; reduce dose gradually as advised by your doctor.

Is it safe to drive after taking this medicine?

• It is best to avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medicine affects you, as it can cause drowsiness and dizziness.
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