Lioresal 5mg tablet is a prescription drug used to treat muscle-related issues. Baclofen is an active ingredient that relieves muscle spasms caused by spinal injuries or multiple sclerosis. Baclofen helps by relaxing the muscle and better movement.
WAY OF ADMINISTRATION:
Administer Lioresal 5mg tablet by mouth with or without food, but it’s better to take it with food. Take a full glass of water with each dose of the medicine to avoid stomach irritation. Do not cut, bite or triturate the tablet and swallow it thoroughly. Read the information mentioned; on the user leaflet and follow the doctor’s instructions.
SIDE EFFECTS OF BACLOFEN:
Everyone may experience different side effects depending upon dose concentration and frequency. Here are a few common side effects:
- Upset stomach
- Nausea
- Heartburn
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Diarrhea
- headache
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any ingredient present in the medicine. It may cause severe side effects.
Here are a few severe side effects:
- Sore throat
- Dark color urine
- Blur vision
- Weight gain (rare)
- Liver diseases( rare)
- Trouble in breathing
DOSAGE OF BACLOFEN:
The dose of Lioresal 5mg tablets not only depends on the age but also depends on treatment response as it is a prescription drug. Usually, the dose is prescribed to take 3 times a day, or it can be less depending on the disease condition. Do not take an overdose for quick betterment. Otherwise, it may give severe side effects.
STORAGE:
Keep at room temperature.
Keep away from sunlight.
Keep away from children.
WARNINGS/PRECAUTIONS:
Do not take Lioresal 5mg tablets if you are taking any blood disorder treatment.
Patients with kidney/liver/lung disease or mental disorders like depression and rapid mood swings should tell their doctor about it as more doses of this medicine may cause kidney failure or worsen.
Someone with blood pressure problems or breathing issues should take the doctor’s advice for this medication as it causes an increase in blood pressure which gives undesirable side effects.
Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should avoid this medicine because it passes through breast milk and affects the baby’s growth.
BACLOFEN DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Lioresal 5mg tablet may interacts with following drugs:
- Codeine
- Hydrocodone
- Alcohol
- Alprazolam
- Lorazepam
- Zolpidem
- Carisoprodol
- Cyclobenzaprine
- Antihistamines
INGREDIENTS:
| ACTIVE INGREDIENTS | INACTIVE INGREDIENTS |
| Baclofen 5mg | Silica aerogel, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, povidone, wheat starch, deionised water. |
