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Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's

Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's

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Composition

BACLOFEN-20MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's

Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called 'muscle relaxants' used to reduce and relieve the muscle spasms (excessive tension in the muscles) occurring in various illnesses. Muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary contractions of the muscle, which can be painful and uncomfortable. When the nerve impulses that control the muscle movements are damaged or interrupted, it could lead to muscle spasms.

Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's works by inhibiting the reflexes at the spinal level and helps in relieving pain and improves muscle movements. Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's works on the spinal cord and brain, thereby helps in maintaining muscle strength and relieves muscle spasms or stiffness. Thus Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's reduces muscle spasm in the conditions of multiple sclerosis (a disorder which affects the brain and spinal cord), cerebrovascular accidents (damage to the brain due to lack of blood supply), cerebral palsy (a disorder of movement, posture and muscle tone), spinal cord diseases and other nervous system disorders.

Take Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's with food. You are advised to take Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as sleepiness, drowsiness, nausea, headache, weakness, and dry mouth. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are suggested to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Do not discontinue Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's suddenly as it could lead to unpleasant side-effects such as rigidity, increased heart rate, changes in mood, fever, mental disorders, confusion, hallucinations, and fits (seizures). Consult your doctor before taking Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 4 years of age and those who weigh below 33kgs. Inform your doctor about all the current medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects. Please speak to your doctor immediately if you experience mood swings, depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts.

Uses of Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's

Muscle spasm

Medicinal Benefits

Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called muscle relaxants used to reduce and relieve the muscle spasms (excessive tension in the muscles) occurring in various illnesses such as multiple sclerosis (a disorder which affects the brain and spinal cord), cerebrovascular accidents (damage to the brain due to lack of blood supply), cerebral palsy (a disorder of movement, posture and muscle tone), spinal cord diseases and other nervous system disorders. Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's works by inhibiting the reflexes at the spinal level and helps in relieving pain and improves muscle movements. Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's is particularly effective for relieving involuntary muscle spasms in the ankle, hip, and knee. Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's also helps in restoring muscle function; however, Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's is not effective for muscle spasms caused by stroke, Parkinson’s disease, or rheumatoid arthritis. Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain, thereby helps in maintaining muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness. Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's is used off-label to treat hiccups or Tourette’s syndrome (a nervous problem which causes people to make uncontrollable sudden movements or sounds).

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water or milk; do not crush, chew, or break the tablet/capsule. Liquid: Shake the bottle well and take the prescribed dose/quantity by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's

  • Sleepiness
  • Drowsiness
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Weakness
  • Dry mouth

Drug Warnings

Do not take Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents or if you ever had a stomach ulcer. Talk to your doctor before taking Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's if you have kidney or liver problems, mental disorders, breathing difficulty or lung disease, diabetes, difficulty in urination, high blood pressure, Parkinson’s disease, or if you ever had a stroke. Consult your doctor before taking Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below four years of age and those who weigh below 33 kg.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's may have interaction with pain killers (hydrocodone, methadone, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, morphine, fentanyl, tramadol), opiate antagonists (naloxone), muscle relaxant (tizanidine), drugs used to treat mood disorders (lithium, amitriptyline), calcium channel blocker (diltiazem), drugs used to treat Parkinson’s disease (levodopa, carbidopa), anti-histamine (promethazine), sedative medicine (temazepam), and anti-convulsant (carbamazepine).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's as it might cause increased sleepiness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have kidney dysfunction, seizures (fits), psychosis (a severe mental disorder with impaired thoughts and emotions), and autonomic dysreflexia (spinal cord injury).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • HYDROCODONE
  • ACETAMINOPHEN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • MORPHINE
  • FENTANYL
  • TRAMADOL
  • NALOXONE
  • TIZANIDINE
  • LITHIUM
  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • DILTIAZEM
  • LEVODOPA
  • PROMETHAZINE
  • CARBAMAZEPINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching so that they are less likely to spasm, tear, and sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
  • Massages can also be helpful.
  • Avoid extremely cold and hot temperatures.
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes, instead, wear loose garments.
  • Rest well, get plenty of sleep.
  • To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position at least every two hours.
  • Hot or cold therapy can be helpful in treating muscle spasms. Apply an ice-pack or hot-pack on the muscle for 15-20minutes.
  • Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water.

Special Advise

  • Your doctor may advise you to undergo regular blood tests to monitor liver function.
  • Inform your doctor that you are taking Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's if you are due to undergo any surgery which requires a general anaesthetic.
  • Please talk to your doctor immediately if you experience mood swings, depression, or if you have any suicidal thoughts.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Muscle spasm: It is the sudden involuntary contractions of the muscle, which can be painful and uncomfortable. When the nerve impulses that control the muscle movements are damaged or interrupted, it could lead to muscle spasms. Symptoms include muscle tightness, joint stiffness, unusual posture, difficulty in moving, pain in affected muscles, and joints. Fatigue (weakness), stress, extreme heat or cold, infection, and tight clothing can trigger muscle spasms. Muscle relaxants and exercise can treat muscle spasms. Muscle relaxants sedate the muscle and help in inhibiting painful contractions. Exercise helps in muscle stretching so that they are less likely to spasm, tear, and sprain.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - BAC0407

FAQs

Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain, thereby helps in maintaining muscle strength and relieves muscle spasms or stiffness.
Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's causes sleepiness and drowsiness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel sleepy or drowsy.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.
Do not discontinue Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor. Discontinuing Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's suddenly might cause muscle rigidity, increased heart rate, changes in mood, fever, mental disorders, confusion, hallucinations, and fits (seizures). Talk to your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's; your doctor will reduce the dose gradually.
Do not use Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's at a time when muscle tone is required for safe balance and movement during certain activities. In some conditions, it may be dangerous for you to have low or reduced muscle tone. Please do not drink alcohol with Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's as it can cause side effects. Avoid driving or performing hazardous tasks until you know how Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's will affect you and your reactions could be impaired.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's as it may increase drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Avoid taking Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant unless prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's; your doctor will decide whether Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's causes sleepiness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's should not be given to children under 33 kgs of body weight. Baclu Od 20 Tablet 10's should be used in children above 4 years if prescribed by a doctor.

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