Drug Name:Baclofen
Drug Class:Muscle Relaxant
Mechanism of Action:Acts on GABA-B receptors in the spinal cord to inhibit reflexes and reduce muscle spasticity
Use:
  • Muscle spasticity due to multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, or cerebral palsy
  • Hiccups
Side Effects:
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Constipation
Contraindications:
  • Hypersensitivity to baclofen
  • Epilepsy
  • Psychosis
  • Peptic ulcer disease
Specialty:
  • Neurology
  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation