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Baclotop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Sprain, Muscle Pain, Muscle Spasms. Secondary and off-label uses of Baclotop have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Baclotop depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Baclotop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Baclotop go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Baclotop's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Baclotop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Baclotop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Baclotop in conditions like Kidney Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Baclotop contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Baclotop with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Baclotop is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Baclotop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Baclotop is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Baclotop safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Baclotop for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Baclotop safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Baclotop. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Baclotop on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Baclotop. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Baclotop on the Liver?
Baclotop may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Baclotop on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Baclotop. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Baclotop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Baclotop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Baclotop habit forming or addictive?
Baclotop does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Baclotop you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Baclotop only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Baclotop for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Baclotop
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Baclotop together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Baclotop
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Baclotop and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Baclotop contains baclofen which acts on the spinal cord and brain to decrease the muscle spasm or muscle stiffness caused by multiple sclerosis or spinal cord and brain diseases. It also relieves pain and improves muscle movement.
Rarely, Baclotop causes anxiety. The exact cause behind anxiety is not known. If you are experiencing anxiety or restlessness after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor immediately.
No, Baclotop does not cause weight gain. In fact, it reduces the weight in the obese patient. If you are experiencing unusual weight gain or swelling (a sign of fluid retention in the body) after taking this drug might be due to other reasons you are advised to discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Baclotop is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as drowsiness, confusion, breathing difficulties, and diarrhea. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Take Baclotop three times daily or as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases and improper kidney disease, epilepsy, ulcers, a stroke, a rheumatic disease, Parkinson's disease, or a psychiatric condition.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ozobax (baclofen)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 358-359
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 215-216
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ozobax (baclofen)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 358-359
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 215-216
