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Baclofix®

Patient Details

Baclofix®

Generic Name: Baclofen
Dosage Form: 10 mg tablets
Drug Class: Muscle relaxant
Indications: Used to relieve muscle spasticity and pain.

Baclofen

Baclofen is a muscle relaxant that reduces muscle stiffness by inhibiting certain reflexes and nerve signals.

Indications

  • Relief of muscle spasticity

  • Treatment of hiccups

  • Reduction of muscle pain

  • Adjunct therapy in alcohol dependence

Dosage Form

  • Oral tablets: 10 mg

How to Use and Dosage

  • Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist. Do not adjust the dose or duration of treatment without medical advice.

  • Take at the same time each day, with or without food.

Missed Dose

  • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

  • If it is close to the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose.

  • Do not double the dose.

Overdose

  • In case of overdose, contact your doctor or seek medical attention immediately.

Monitoring During Treatment

Your doctor may monitor:

  • EEG in patients with epilepsy

  • Withdrawal symptoms from baclofen

  • Signs of overdose (e.g., confusion, drowsiness, breathing problems)

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to baclofen or any component of the formulation

Warnings and Precautions

  • Baclofen may cause drowsiness or dizziness; avoid driving or operating machinery if affected.

  • Inform your doctor if you have any urinary tract obstruction before starting baclofen.

  • Use with caution in patients with peptic ulcer disease, gastrointestinal motility disorders, or GI obstruction.

  • Use cautiously in patients with psychiatric disorders, kidney disease, or respiratory problems.

  • Patients with a history of seizures should be closely monitored.

  • Elderly patients may be more sensitive to side effects; use caution, especially with higher doses.

  • Not recommended for muscle stiffness due to rheumatoid arthritis.

  • Do not stop baclofen abruptly; taper under medical supervision.

Use During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

  • Consult your doctor if baclofen use is necessary during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

  • Use during pregnancy and lactation should weigh the benefits against potential risks.

Side Effects

Possible side effects (not everyone experiences these):

  • Dizziness or drowsiness

  • Fatigue

  • Gastrointestinal issues: nausea, vomiting

Drug Interactions

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking baclofen with other medications or supplements.

Packaging

  • Each package contains 100 tablets (10 blister packs of 10 tablets).

Storage

  • Store below 30°C, away from light and moisture.

  • Keep out of reach of children.

  • Use before the expiration date on the package.

  • Keep in original packaging until use.

References

  1. Baclofen: Drug information, UpToDate 2025

  2. Medicines.org.uk – Baclofen

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