A drug that relaxes skeletal muscles which are in spasm, either because of injury or as a result of multiple sclerosis.
An γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) analog that serves as a muscle relaxant.
A skeletal muscle relaxant. Baclofen (Lioresal) is a drug used to treat muscle spasms in multiple sclerosis and other disorders involving the spinal cord. It can cause impaired ability to drive.
A powerful. muscle-relaxant used for patients with chronic severe spasticity — increased muscle rigidity — resulting from disorders such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis or traumatic partial section of the spinal cord. Important adverse effects include sedation, hypotonia and delirium.
Baclofen is a muscle relaxant medication that functions by inhibiting nerve activity in the spinal cord. It is utilized to alleviate muscle spasms and stiffness arising from brain or spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis, or strokes. While the drug does not cure the underlying condition, it facilitates improved movement and enhances the effectiveness of physiotherapy. Baclofen is available in tablet or liquid form for administration.
Baclofen may entail certain side effects such as drowsiness and muscle weakness. These effects can be mitigated by gradually increasing the dosage of the medication under the supervision of a healthcare professional, until the desired level of relaxation is attained.