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Baclofen Tablet is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Sprain, Muscle Pain, Muscle Spasms. Secondary and off-label uses of Baclofen Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Baclofen Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Baclofen Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Baclofen Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Baclofen Tablet's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Baclofen Tablet related warnings talks about Baclofen Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Baclofen Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Baclofen Tablet in conditions like Kidney Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Baclofen Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Baclofen Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Baclofen Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Baclofen Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Baclofen Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Baclofen Tablet safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Baclofen Tablet will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Baclofen Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Baclofen Tablet may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Baclofen Tablet should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Baclofen Tablet on the Kidneys?
Baclofen Tablet can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Baclofen Tablet on the Liver?
Baclofen Tablet can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Baclofen Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Baclofen Tablet. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Baclofen Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Baclofen Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Baclofen Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Baclofen Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Baclofen Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Baclofen Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Baclofen Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Baclofen Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Baclofen Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Baclofen Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Baclofen Tablet with alcohol.
Take Baclofen Tablet as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Taking this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can cause unintended side effects.
Yes, Baclofen Tablet may cause diarrhoea but this occurs in a few cases only. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Baclofen Tablet may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is a rare side effect of this drug. The exact cause behind drowsiness is not known. you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any heavy machinery after taking this drug to avoid accidents.
No, Baclofen Tablet does not cause weight gain. In fact, it reduces the weight in the obese patient. If you are experiencing unusual weight gain or swelling (a sign of fluid retention in the body) after taking this drug might be due to other reasons you are advised to discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Baclofen Tablet may cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause of constipation is not known. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take a laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ozobax (baclofen)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 358-359
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