Generic name: Baclofen (oral)
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is FIRST Baclofen?
Baclofen is used in adults and children at least 12 years old to treat muscle pain, spasms, and stiffness in people with multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury or disease.
Baclofen may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use baclofen if you are allergic to it.
Using baclofen may increase your risk of developing an ovarian cyst. Talk with your doctor about your own risk.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, or breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. withdrawal symptoms such as tremors, stiff muscles, or seizure may occur in the baby. If you take baclofen while pregnant or breastfeeding,
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- mental illness or psychosis;
- epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
- problems with balance;
- high blood pressure, or fast heart rate;
- a stroke or blood clot; or
- kidney disease.
How should I use FIRST Baclofen
Use FIRST Baclofen (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Measure a dose with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
You may also mix the granules with liquids (milk, or apple juice) or soft food (apple sauce, yogurt, or pudding).
The can also be given through a feeding tube. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions. oral granules
You may have withdrawal symptoms if you stop using baclofen suddenly. Ask your doctor before stopping the medicine.
Shake the (liquid). oral suspension
Shake and pour the entire packet to dissolve in your mouth or swallow whole at once, with or without liquids. oral granules
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
Store the (liquid) at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Throw away after 2 months of first opening. oral suspensionFleqsuvy
Store in the refrigerator, do not freeze. Ozobax
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. take two doses at one time. Do not
FIRST Baclofen side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. signs of an allergic reaction
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- severe drowsiness, breathing problems;
- confusion, hallucinations;
- muscle weakness, itching, tingling, or twitching in your hands, arms, feet, or legs; or
- fever.
- drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, or tiredness.
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect FIRST Baclofen?
Avoid drinking alcohol.
Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
Do not share this medicine with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.