BOLOFEN 5 Tablet 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Baclofen 5 mg
Manufacturer
Crescent Formulations Pvt Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
BOLOFEN 5 TABLET contains Baclofen which belongs to the group of medicines called Muscle relaxants. It is used to manage muscle spasms caused due to cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke or due to any other nerve or spinal cord disorders. Before taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET inform your doctor if you have diabetes, hypertension or any problems with your lung, liver, kidney or heart. You must also inform your doctor if you have fits, problems in urination, any mental illness or a previous history of alcoholism or drug abuse. BOLOFEN 5 TABLET should not be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women unless con
Uses
excessive sleepiness. Therefore, avoid engaging into hazardous activities that requires complete alertness. Do not drive or handle any heavy tools or machines. Also, avoid consumption of alcohol as it may make you feel drowsier. The most common
How It Works
BOLOFEN 5 TABLET is a muscle relaxant. It acts by increasing the effects of certain chemical messengers (such as GABA) in the spinal cord that induces muscle relaxation. As a result, it manages muscle twitching, relieves pain caused due to muscle spasms and improves muscle movement.
Directions for Use
Take BOLOFEN 5 TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. It is preferably taken with food or milk to avoid nausea. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET without consulting your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as muscle spasms, increased muscle tightness, fast heart rate, fever, confusion, hallucinations, mood changes, mental disorders, feeling attacked or persecuted or convulsions (fits).
Side Effects
EN 5 TABLET may causes excessive sleepiness. Therefore, avoid engaging into hazardous activities that requires complete alertness. Do not drive or handle any heavy tools or machines. Also, avoid consumption of alcohol as it may make you feel drowsier. The most common side effects of taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET are drowsiness, confusion, weakness and feeling unsteady or shaky. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen. You must also inform your doctor immediately if you feel extremely sad or depressed along with thoughts of committing suicide after taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET. USES OF BOLOFEN 5 TABLET Manage muscle spasms (painful muscle contractions) HOW BOLOFEN 5 TABLET WORKSBOLOFEN 5 TABLET is a muscle relaxant. It acts by increasing the effects of certain chemical messengers (such as GABA) in the spinal cord that induces muscle relaxation. As a result, it manages muscle twitching, relieves pain caused due to muscle spasms and improves muscle movement. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake BOLOFEN 5 TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. It is preferably taken with food or milk to avoid nausea. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET without consulting your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as muscle spasms, increased muscle tightness, fast heart rate, fever, confusion, hallucinations, mood changes, mental disorders, feeling attacked or persecuted or convulsions (fits). SIDE EFFECTS OF BOLOFEN 5 TABLETCOMMON nausea, vomiting tiredness, sleepiness weak limbs, muscle pain constipation, diarrhoea, dry mouth lack of sleep, nightmares confusion, hallucination breathing difficulties vision problems urge to pass urine feeling unsteady or shaky feeling faint due to low blood pressure skin rash, sweating increased liver enzymes RARE numbness or tingling in hands or feet change in sense of taste slurred or slow speech sexual problems in men, such as impotence convulsions (fits) Stop taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects such as: feeling extremely depressed with thoughts of harming or killing themselves (suicidal thoughts) signs of severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue causing difficulty in breathing or swallowing) uncontrollable muscle spasms affecting the eyes, head, neck or body irregular or slow heartbeat, breathing difficulties, chest pain fainting or seizures (fits) behavioural changes (such as aggression, excitement, confusion, restlessness, agitation, irritability, rages, hallucinations, nightmares) difficulty in passing urine, bloody urine, painful urination
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMonitoring requiredBOLOFEN 5 TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGUse with CautionBOLOFEN 5 TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you feel drowsy, dizzy or problems with your vision after taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET as it may make you feel dizzier or drowsier. KIDNEYUse with CautionBOLOFEN 5 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERUse with CautionBOLOFEN 5 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take BOLOFEN 5 TABLET if you are allergic to Baclofen. LUNGSUse with CautionBOLOFEN 5 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with lung problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. HEART DISEASEUse with CautionBOLOFEN 5 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. USE IN PEDIATRICSMonitoring requiredBOLOFEN 5 TABLET can be used in children and adolescents aged below 18 years if prescribed by the physician. However, it is not suitable for use in children weighing below 33kg of body weight. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionBOLOFEN 5 TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSBOLOFEN 5 TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have ever had a stomach ulcer Before taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have ever had stroke in the past have epilepsy (fits) have any mental illness have high blood pressure have Parkinson’s disease (shaking, stiffness and difficulty with walking or balance) have diabetes have difficulties in passing urine are an alcoholic or have a history of drug abuse or dependence are scheduled for any surgery in the upcoming days
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: Other muscle relaxants (Ex. tizanidine) Antidepressants (Ex. lithium, amitriptyline) Antihypertensives (Ex. diltiazem) Pain killers (Ex. ibuprofen, morphine) Anti-Parkinsonian agents Ex. levodopa or carbidopa) Antiallergic medicines (Ex. promethazine) Sedatives (Ex. temazepam) Antiepileptics (Ex. carbamazepine) B. Drug-Food interactions: BOLOFEN 5 TABLET can be taken with food or milk. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more BOLOFEN 5 TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose might include increased drowsiness, difficulties in breathing, feeling faint, muscle weakness, confusion, hallucinations, fits, low blood pressure, slow heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, excessive saliva production or reflex problems, etc. SYNOPSIS Drug : Baclofen Pharmacological Category : γ-Aminobutyric acid (GABA) mimetic Therapeutic Indication : Muscle Spasms Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule, Injection MORE INFORMATIONSTORAGE Keep BOLOFEN 5 TABLET out of reach of children Store BOLOFEN 5 TABLET below 25°C
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about BOLOFEN 5 Tablet 10's.
What is the use of BOLOFEN 5 TABLET?
BOLOFEN 5 TABLET is used to manage muscle spasms caused due to cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke or due to any other nerve or spinal cord disorders.
How BOLOFEN 5 TABLET works?
BOLOFEN 5 TABLET is a muscle relaxant. It acts by increasing the effects of certain chemical messengers (such as GABA) in the spinal cord that induces muscle relaxation. As a result, it manages muscle twitching, relieves pain caused due to muscle spasms and improves muscle movement.
How to take BOLOFEN 5 TABLET?
Take BOLOFEN 5 TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not chew or crush the medicine. It is preferably taken with meals or milk to avoid nausea.
What is the best time to take BOLOFEN 5 TABLET?
BOLOFEN 5 TABLET can be taken during bedtime or while performing activities such as washing, dressing and shaving etc. However, your doctor will decide the best time to take BOLOFEN 5 TABLET.
Can I stop taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET once I started feeling better?
No. Do not stop taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET without consulting your doctor as it may make your symptoms re-appear once again or can cause withdrawal symptoms such as increased muscle tightness, fast heart rate, fever, confusion, hallucinations or fits.
Can I take BOLOFEN 5 TABLET daily?
Take BOLOFEN 5 TABLET as advised by your physician. Your doctor will evaluate your health condition and suggests whether can you take BOLOFEN 5 TABLET every day or not.
Will taking a higher dose of BOLOFEN 5 TABLET be more effective?
No. Taking a higher dose of BOLOFEN 5 TABLET will not be effective rather it would be making you drowsier. Always take the dose prescribed by your doctor. If the prescribed dose is not effective for you, consult your doctor for advice. Your doctor might increase the dose or suggest an alternative therapy.
What to do if I forgot to take a dose of BOLOFEN 5 TABLET?
If you forgot to take a dose of BOLOFEN 5 TABLET, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose of BOLOFEN 5 TABLET, skip the missed dose and take the next one regularly. Do not take a double dose of BOLOFEN 5 TABLET to compensate the missed ones. Consult your doctor for advice.
What are the side effects of BOLOFEN 5 TABLET?
The most common side effects of taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET are drowsiness, confusion, weakness and feeling unsteady or shaky. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen.
Is BOLOFEN 5 TABLET safe to use in children?
BOLOFEN 5 TABLET can be used in children and adolescents aged below 18 years if prescribed by the physician. However, it is not suitable for use in children weighing below 33kg of body weight. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice.
What precautions do I need to follow while taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET?
Patients taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET must inform their doctor about their pre-existing disease conditions like stomach ulcers, kidney, heart or liver problems. Patients should also inform if they have diabetes, hypertension, fits, any mental illness, history of alcoholism or if they are pregnant or breast-feeding. Avoid alcohol consumption. Consult your doctor immediately if you feel extremely depressed with thoughts of committing suicide after taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET.
Who should not take BOLOFEN 5 TABLET?
BOLOFEN 5 TABLET not recommended for use in patients who are allergic to baclofen. It is also not suitable for use in patients with stomach ulcer or during pregnancy. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice.
Does BOLOFEN 5 TABLET make me feel sleepy?
BOLOFEN 5 TABLET may causes excessive sleepiness. Therefore, restrict yourself from engaging into hazardous activities that requires complete alertness. Do not drive or handle any heavy tools or machines. Also, avoid consumption of alcohol as it may make you feel drowsier. Consult your doctor if sleepiness worsens.
Can I consume alcohol while taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET?
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET as it might make you feel dizzier and drowsier.
Is BOLOFEN 5 TABLET safe to use in diabetic patients?
BOLOFEN 5 TABLET may alter the blood sugar levels in your body. Therefore, it is necessary to inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking BOLOFEN 5 TABLET as a precaution. Your doctor will closely monitor you blood sugar levels to avoid the risk of side effects.
Can BOLOFEN 5 TABLET be taken during pregnancy?
BOLOFEN 5 TABLET should be used during pregnancy only if considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Can the use of BOLOFEN 5 TABLET affect the liver?
Yes. BOLOFEN 5 TABLET may affect the way your liver work. It can elevate the levels of certain liver enzymes in your body. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Can the use of BOLOFEN 5 TABLET affect my sexual life?
BOLOFEN 5 TABLET may rarely cause problems in erection and ejaculation in some individuals. Consult your doctor if it troubles you.
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Last Updated
14 Sep 2024