INTRODUCTION

BOLOFEN XL 20MG contains baclofen which is a muscle-relaxant drug. It belong to class of medications called skeletal muscle relaxants. It is used to reduce and relieve the excessive tension in your muscles (spasms) occurring in various illnesses such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, cerebrovascular accidents, spinal cord diseases and other nervous system disorders.

This medicine acts on the nerves of the spinal cord and decreases the severity and reoccurrence of muscle spasms caused by multiple sclerosis or spinal cord conditions. It also relieves pain and improves muscle movement. Baclofen works on the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm thus maintaining the strength of the muscles. This relieves pain and improves movement of muscles.

Always take this BOLOFEN XL 20MG exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. Do not drive or handle any machines while taking this medicine. The common side effects are drowsiness, dizziness and weakness.

USES OF BOLOFEN XL 20MG

• Reduce and relieve the excessive tension in muscles (spasms)

HOW BOLOFEN XL 20MG WORKS

BOLOFEN XL 20MG works on the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm maintaining the strength of the muscles. This relieves pain and improves movement of muscles.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take BOLOFEN XL 20MG according to the dose and frequency as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the medicine. It may be taken with or without food.

SIDE EFFECTS OF BOLOFEN XL 20MG

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Headache:                                    

Rest and drink plenty of fluids. Apply a cold, wet cloth or ice pack to your forehead. Rest in a quiet, comfortable, dark room.

Dizziness:

Get up and move around to feel awake, take small naps to edge off the sleepiness. Give your eyes a break to avoid fatigue and eat a healthy food to boost energy.

Feeling sick (nausea) or indigestion:

Stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy foods.

Diarrhoea:

Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. ORS should be used to prevent dehydration.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

Tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription or the following:

• tizanidine
• lithium and amitriptyline
• diltiazem
• ibuprofen
• levodopa and carbidopa
• promethazine
• temazepam
• morphine
• carbamazepine

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.

FAQs ABOUT BOLOFEN XL 20MG

Can BOLOFEN XL 20MG make you sleepy?

Yes, it can cause sleepiness. It can make a person dizzy due to its sedative effect. It can also affect vision and therefore you should avoid driving and using heavy machines.

Does BOLOFEN XL 20MG help anxiety?

Though this medicine is not approved to treat anxiety disorders, it has been observed in some studies that it is effective in treating stress which occurs after a trauma. Consult your doctor for advice.

Can I take BOLOFEN XL 20MG if I have a liver problem?

If you have a liver problem then you need to be cautious while taking this medicine. This is because the medicine may increase the production of liver enzymes.

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