Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition : Baclofen(40mg)
Liofen 40mg Capsule XL can be taken with food. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.
Some common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, weakness, drowsiness, and dizziness. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Liofen 40mg Capsule XL is a muscle relaxant. It 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.
Baclofen has a 70% to 85% bioavailability and is rapidly absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract following oral administration. Peak plasma concentrations are generally observed 2 to 3 hours after ingestion. The absorption is dose-dependent and increases with higher doses.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Liofen
Dizziness
Convulsion
Nausea
Headache
Sedation
Hypotension (low blood pressure)
Hypotonia (decreased muscle tone)
Agitation
Constipation
Increased white blood cell count
Chills
Urinary retention
Baclofen is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to baclofen or any component of its formulation. The baclofen injection solution is not recommended for intravenous, subcutaneous, intramuscular, or epidural administration.
Liofen 40mg Capsule XL may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Liofen 40mg Capsule XL may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Liofen 40mg Capsule XL is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Baclofen is used to treat pain and certain types of spasticity (muscle stiffness and tightness) from multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injuries, or other spinal cord diseases. Baclofen is in a class of medications called skeletal muscle relaxants.
Baclofen interacts with many different medications, including alcohol, opioids, and benzodiazepines. Baclofen interactions can lead to excessive sleepiness, dizziness, and confusion. In severe situations, it can cause trouble breathing and low blood pressure.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Liofen 40mg Capsule XL is to be taken with food.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Liofen 40mg Capsule XL, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Liofen 40mg Capsule XL provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
Liofen 40mg Capsule XL should be taken during meals with a little liquid.
Liofen 40mg Capsule XL may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Liofen 40mg Capsule XL as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Liofen 40mg Capsule XL is to be taken with food.
Q. Can Liofen 40mg Capsule XL make you sleepy?
Yes, Liofen 40mg Capsule XL 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 machinery until and unless you know how Liofen 40mg Capsule XL affects you.
Q. Does Liofen 40mg Capsule XL help anxiety?
Though Liofen 40mg Capsule XL 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.
Q. Can I take Liofen 40mg Capsule XL if I have a liver problem?
If you have a liver problem then you need to be cautious while taking Liofen 40mg Capsule XL. This is because the medicine may increase the production of liver enzymes. Hence, regular laboratory examination of liver enzymes is required while taking this medicine as advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Liofen 40mg Capsule XL have any effect on kidneys?
Liofen 40mg Capsule XL may cause side effects in patients with normal kidney function which include excessive day time urination (pollakiuria), burning sensation while urinating (dysuria), and loss of bladder control (urinary incontinence). Generally, a lower dose of this medicine is prescribed if a person has abnormally functioning kidneys or if a person is on dialysis.
