Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease)
Uses Before taking Dosage Warnings Side effects Brand names FAQ Uses for baclofen Baclofen is used to help relax certain muscles in your body
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Baclofen is a commonly used muscle relaxer for the treatment of muscle spasms
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How long to take it for You may need to take baclofen for a long time to control muscle spasms
You may need to slowly decrease your dose before stopping it completely
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Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually 3 times a day
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Agmatine sulphate or gabapentin work
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First Screening Dose: 50 mcg (in a volume of 1 mL) administered into the intrathecal space by barbotage over at least 1 minute; observe patient for 4 to 8 hours for a positive response
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Phenibut has a very similar effect too
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Baclofen is a CNS depressant that slows brain activity and causes sedation
Do not stop taking baclofen without talking to your doctor, especially if you have taken large doses
Other drugs may affect baclofen, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products
This compounded formulation of Baclofen 2%/Gabapentin 2%/Diazepam 1 mg Suppository is designed to provide relief from muscle spasms, neuropathic pain, and anxiety
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According to the above studies, one might expect to get favorable results by using the same or similar dosages
Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually 3 times a day
Baclofen contraindications
Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely
Pregabalin withdrawal is the worst (for me)!! I would need to take 40-60mg baclofen all at bedtime to help my sleep
This means that it may not be as effective in managing pain and muscle spasms