Brand Name
Mylan-Baclofen
Common Name
baclofen
In this drug factsheet:
DIN (Drug Identification Number)| 02088398 | MYLAN-BACLOFEN 10MG TABLET |
| 02088401 | MYLAN-BACLOFEN 20MG TABLET |
How does this medication work? What will it do for me?
Baclofen belongs to two groups of medications known as muscle relaxants and antispastics. It is used to treat spasticity (uncontrolled muscle movements) caused by multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injuries, or spinal cord diseases. It is believed to work mainly by relaxing the muscles.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.
How should I use this medication?
The recommended adult dose of baclofen varies according to need but is usually started at doses of 5 mg three times a day for 3 days followed by 10 mg three times a day for 3 days and so on until the best dose is reached. The maximum recommended dose of baclofen is 20 mg four times daily. The tablets can be taken with or without food. Do not stop taking this medication suddenly without speaking to your doctor.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important that this medication be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
What form(s) does this medication come in?
10 mg
Each round, flat, white, bevelled-edged tablet, scored and marked "BN" and "10" on one side and "G" on the reverse, contains baclofen 10 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal anhydrous silica, dibasic calcium phosphate USP anhydrous, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose and sodium starch glycolate. Alcohol-, bisulfite-, parabens-, and tartrazine free.
20 mg
Each round, flat, white, bevelled-edged tablet, scored and marked "BN" and "20" on one side and "G" on the reverse, contains baclofen 20 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal anhydrous silica, dibasic calcium phosphate USP anhydrous, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose and sodium starch glycolate. Alcohol-, bisulfite-, parabens-, and tartrazine free.
Some medications may have other generic brands available. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of switching between brands of the same medication.
Who should NOT take this medication?
Baclofen should not be used by anyone who is allergic to baclofen or to any of the ingredients of the medication.
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