BACLOFEN 20MG EXTENDED-RELEASE TABLETS
BACLOFEN 20MG EXTENDED-RELEASE TABLETS is comprised of Baclofen, a medication categorized as a muscle relaxant. It is employed in the management of muscle spasms resulting from conditions such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, or other nerve and spinal cord disorders.
Before initiating treatment with BACLOF OD 20MG TABLET, it is crucial to disclose any underlying medical conditions to your healthcare provider. This includes diabetes, hypertension, as well as any pulmonary, hepatic, renal, or cardiac issues. Additionally, it's essential to inform your doctor about any history of seizures, urinary difficulties, mental health disorders, or prior struggles with alcoholism or substance abuse. Your doctor needs this information to ensure the safest and most effective use of this medication for your specific situation.
COMMON:
1- nausea, vomiting
2- tiredness, sleepiness
3- weak limbs, muscle pain
4- constipation, diarrhoea, dry mouth
5- lack of sleep, nightmares
6- confusion, hallucination
7- breathing difficulties
8- vision problems
9- urge to pass urine
10- feeling unsteady or shaky
11- feeling faint due to low blood pressure
12- skin rash, sweating
13- increased liver enzymes
Follow your physician's guidance and take the BACLOF OD 20MG TABLET as prescribed. Ingest the medication with a full glass of water, and refrain from crushing or chewing it. For optimal results, it is recommended to consume the tablet with a meal or accompanied by milk to prevent potential nausea.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Do not stop taking BACLOF OD 20MG TABLET without consulting your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as muscle spasms, increased muscle tightness, fast heart rate, fever, confusion, hallucinations, mood changes, mental disorders, feeling attacked or persecuted or convulsions (fits).
A. Drug - Drug interactions:
Before taking BACLOF OD 20MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:
1- other medicines used to relax muscles (Ex. tizanidine)
2- medicines used to treat mood disorders or depression (Ex. lithium, amitriptyline)
3- medicines used to treat high blood pressure (Ex. diltiazem)
4- medicines used for pain management (Ex. ibuprofen, morphine)
5- medicines used to treat Parkinson’s disease (Ex. levodopa or carbidopa)
6- medicines used to treat allergies (Ex. promethazine)
7- medicines used to induce sleep (Ex. temazepam)
8- medicines used to treat fits (Ex. carbamazepine)
