Baclofen 10 Teva Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 13 September 2024
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Spasticity due to multiple sclerosis and spinal-cord diseases.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: Start with 5 mg three times daily, titrate to 30-80 mg daily. Children: Start with 0.3 mg/kg/day.
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Elderly
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not established; crosses placenta, avoid in pregnancy and lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- CNS depressants
- Antidepressants
- Antihypertensives
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to baclofen
- Porphyria
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
Common side effects
- Sedation
- Somnolence
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Hypotension
Counselling Points
- Take with food
- Avoid driving if affected
- Monitor for mood changes or suicidal thoughts
Serious warnings
- Abrupt withdrawal may cause severe reactions
- Risk of misuse and dependence
- Exacerbation of seizures in epileptics
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