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baclofen Baclofen is a muscle relaxer and an antispastic agent. Baclofen is used to treat muscle symptoms caused by multiple sclerosis, including spasm, pain, and stiffness. Baclofen may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Baclofen may impair your thinking or reactions.
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baclofen Baclofen was approved by the FDA in November 1977. PRESCRIBED FOR: Baclofen is used for treating spasm of skeletal muscles, muscle clonus, rigidity, and pain caused by disorders such as multiple sclerosis.It is also injected into the spinal cord (intrathecal) for management of severe spasticity.SIDE EFFECTS: Common side effects of baclofen are: 1  drowsiness,2  weakness, 3  dizziness, 4  headache, 5  seizures, 6  nausea, 7  vomiting, 8  low blood pressure, 9  constipation, 10  confusion, 11  respiratory depression, 12  inability to sleep, 13  and increased urinary frequency or urinary retention.RUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Baclofen is an oral and injectable medication that relaxes skeletal muscles, the muscles that move the skeleton (and also called striated muscle). Chemically, baclofen is related to gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a naturally occurring neurotransmitter in the brain.
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Muscle Relaxers List Zanaflex is a muscle relaxer that is used for muscle spasms, tightness and cramps, spinal cord injuries and multiple sclerosis. Zanaflex is usually prescribed in low doses at first and then gradually increased to combat the drowsiness and dizziness that accompany high doses.
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Flexeril Muscle Relaxer - Generic Name: Cyclobenzaprine Reviews This muscle relaxant is, by far, one of the most effective medications that I have ever taken. Flexeril works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain. Taking Flexeril enables my body to relax and stop tensing up, which in itself is an effective way in relieving pain.
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What Are Muscle Relaxants? Baclofen is a type of muscle relaxant that acts on the central nervous system. This medication is typically prescribed for the treatment of muscle spasticity that commonly occurs as the result of multiple sclerosis, as well as spinal cord injuries.
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What is Baclofen? Baclofen is used to help relax certain muscles in your body. It relieves the spasms, cramping, and tightness of muscles caused by medical problems such as multiple sclerosis or certain injuries to the spine.aclofen acts on the central nervous system (CNS) to produce its muscle relaxant effects. Its actions on the CNS may also cause some of the medicine's side effects. Baclofen may also be used to relieve other conditions as determined by your doctor. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
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- Racemic baclofen (mixture of arbaclofen and esbaclofen) is approved by the FDA to treat spasticity and stiff muscles due to cerebral palsy or other forms of brain or spinal cord injury, but arbaclofen, the more active form of baclofen, is not FDA approved.
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Description and Brand Names Intrathecal baclofen acts on the central nervous system (CNS) to produce its muscle relaxant effects. Its actions on the CNS may also cause some of the medicine's side effects. This medicine is delivered by a drug pump directly into the spinal fluid of your back.
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Baclofen Baclofen is a muscle relaxant used for treating spasm of skeletal muscles, muscle clonus, rigidity, and pain caused by multiple sclerosis.It is also injected into the spinal cord to treat severe spasticity, spinal cord injuries, and other spinal cord diseases.A generic version is available.aclofen is a muscle relaxant used for treating spasm of skeletal muscles, muscle clonus, rigidity, and pain caused by multiple sclerosis.
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- GABLOFEN (baclofen injection) is a muscle relaxant and antispastic. Baclofen's pharmacological class is a gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) ergic agonist. Baclofen is a white to off-white, odorless or practically odorless crystalline powder, with a molecular weight of 213.66.
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Baclofen 10MG tablet and muscle spasms. I do not have cramps, but serious jolts of pain in my legs. My doctor has me on Gabapentin (Neurontin) 1500mg/day. It has helped the pain, and my sleeping is better now that I do not have serious leg spasms at night. I take this in conjuction with the baclofen.
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Eligard Common baclofen side effects may include: 1  drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, tired feeling; 2  headache; 3  sleep problems (insomnia); 4  nausea, constipation; 5  or. urinating more often than usual.
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- Other drugs that depress the central nervous system may make some side effects of baclofen worse. 1  These drugs may include: 2  Alcohol. 3  Sleeping pills. 4  Tranquilizers. 5  Muscle relaxants. 6  Vitamins.
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- Introduction Baclofen is a GABA B receptor agonist which has traditionally been used to treat spasticity although there is a growing interest in its role in treating alcohol craving and withdrawal.
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Baclofen Baclofen tablets USP are useful for the alleviation of signs and symptoms of spasticity resulting from multiple sclerosis, particularly for the relief of flexor spasms and concomitant pain, clonus, and muscular rigidity.
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- Drug Class Drugs to Avoid Concerns Alternatives Skeletal muscle relaxants Baclofen, Dantrium (dantrolene) carisoprodol (Soma) Most muscle relaxants and antispasmodic drugs are poorly tolerated by elderly patients.
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Baclofen Baclofen, USP is a muscle relaxant and antispastic. Its chemical name is 4-amino-3-(4-chlorophenyl)-butanoic acid. Baclofen, USP is a white to off-white odorless or practically odorless crystalline powder. It is slightly soluble in water, very slightly soluble in methanol and insoluble in chloroform. Each tablet, for oral administration, contains 10 mg or 20 mg Baclofen, USP.
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- Baclofen acts on the central nervous system to relieve spasms, cramping, and tightness of muscles caused by spasticity in multiple sclerosis.It also improves muscle movement and relieves pain from spasticity.aclofen acts on the central nervous system to relieve spasms, cramping, and tightness of muscles caused by spasticity in multiple sclerosis.
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Muscle Relaxants There are a number of other things to consider when taking muscle relaxants: 1  These medicines can cause drowsiness. 2  Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel drowsy when taking these medicines and avoid drinking alcohol. 3  Baclofen should not be stopped suddenly.
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Most drugs used for GERD have no effect on non-acid reflux, such as the backup of bile. Baclofen is commonly used to reduce muscle spasms. Studies are now showing that it can reduce both acid and non-acid reflux episodes and increase LES pressure, an important factor for preventing acid backup.
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What Is Baclofen? Your kidneys eliminate baclofen from your system. Take baclofen with caution if you have kidney disease and reduced kidney function because the drug can build up in your system. Baclofen is not recommended to treat muscle spasms caused by a stroke. Baclofen can cause more side effects in people with a history of stroke.Baclofen can make you drowsy and affect your balance, so don't drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how baclofen affects you.TB can be an option for people who experience side effects taking baclofen in pill form as it requires smaller doses of the drug and thus keeps side effects to a minimum. Your doctor will need to refill your ITB pump system every one to three months.
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Baclofen treatment report See also: Baclofen intrathecal pump. Baclofen is a skeletal muscle relaxant and anti-spastic agent used for the treatment of reversible spasticity associated with multiple sclerosis or spinal cord lesions. See patients taking Baclofen.
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Cyclobenzaprine muscle spasms Hi Treylorraine, Welcome to the Pain Management Forum. No Flexeril (Cyclobenzaprine) is a muscle relaxant, one of several muscle relaxants that can be used to treat musculoskeletal spasms and pain. It is not a NSAID. Hope that information helps.nti seizure drugs like gabapentin, pregabalin,dopamine agonists like pramipexole, ropinirole, and cyclobenzaprine can be used to relieve skeletal muscle spasms. Consult your neurologist for evaluation of symptoms and appropriate therapy.
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Baclofen Uses. Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease). It works by helping to relax the muscles.ow to use baclofen. Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually 3 times a day. To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose.
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Cyclobenzaprine (FlexerilÂ®) Cyclobenzaprine hcl is a long-acting skeletal muscle relaxant which relieves muscle spasms and improves signs and symptoms such as pain, tenderness, limitation of motion, and restriction in activities of daily living. It is closely related to the first-generation tricyclic antidepressants.
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- Baclofen also known as β-(4-chlorophenyl)-γ-aminobutyric acid (β-(4-chlorophenyl)-GABA) and sold under the brand name Lioresal among others is a central nervous system depressant used as a skeletal muscle relaxant. It is primarily used to treat spasticity. It is also used by compounding pharmacies in topical pain creams as a muscle relaxant. It is a GABA receptor agonist, specifically of the GABAB receptors. Its beneficial effects in spasticity result from actions at spinal and supraspinal sites.