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Brand names:
Fleqsuvy®, Gablofen®, Lyvispah®, Ozobax DS®, Lioresal®
Often used for:
Muscle spasms and muscle stiffness
Baclofen is a medicine used to help muscles relax (muscle relaxant). It can help with muscle spasms, tightness, stiffness, and pain. Baclofen may be used for patients with multiple sclerosis or spinal cord problems.
This medicine may be given in the clinic, hospital, or at home.
Stopping the medicine too fast can result in unwanted side effects. Your care team will make a plan if the medicine must be stopped.
May be given through the spine (intrathecal)
May be given as a tablet by mouth
May be given as a liquid by mouth
Not all patients who take baclofen will have these side effects. Common side effects are in bold, but there may be others. Please report any symptoms or side effects to your care provider or pharmacist.
Find more information on side effects.
Be sure to discuss all questions and instructions with your health care provider or pharmacist.