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Liofen 5mg Tablet 10’S
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Introduction About LIOFEN 5MG TABLET
LIOFEN 5MG 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 LIOFEN 5MG 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.
LIOFEN
5MG TABLET should not be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women unless
considered necessary by the physician. During management with LIOFEN
5MG TABLET, your doctor will periodically monitor your health condition
through several blood tests and urine tests to avoid the risk of
unwanted side effects.
LIOFEN 5MG 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 LIOFEN 5MG
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 LIOFEN 5MG
TABLET.
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Uses Of LIOFEN 5MG TABLET
- Manage muscle spasms (painful muscle contractions)
How LIOFEN 5MG TABLET Works
LIOFEN
5MG 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 use LIOFEN 5MG TABLET
Take
LIOFEN 5MG 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 LIOFEN 5MG 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 LIOFEN 5MG TABLET
Common
- 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 LIOFEN 5MG 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
How To Manage Side Effects
Constipation
Eat
plenty of fiber rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables and cereals
and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly. Consult your doctor
if the symptom did not improve.
Nausea And Vomiting
Take
LIOFEN 5MG TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple
meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if your
nausea worsens.
Sleepiness
Try
to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any
tools or machines completely while you are feeling sleepy. Do not
consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your sleepiness.
Consult your doctor if your sleepiness worsens.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
Monitoring required
LIOFEN
5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless
considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor
before taking it.
Breastfeeding
Use with Caution
LIOFEN 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Driving and Using Machines
Use with Caution
Do
not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you feel drowsy,
dizzy or problems with your vision after taking LIOFEN 5MG TABLET.
Alcohol
Consult your doctor
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking LIOFEN 5MG TABLET as it may make you feel dizzier or drowsier.
Kidney
Use with Caution
LIOFEN 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Liver
Use with Caution
LIOFEN 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Allergy
Contraindicated
Do not take LIOFEN 5MG TABLET if you are allergic to Baclofen.
Lungs
Use with Caution
LIOFEN 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with lung problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Heart Disease
Use with Caution
LIOFEN 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Use In Pediatrics
Monitoring required
LIOFEN
5MG 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 Geriatrics
Use with Caution
LIOFEN 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Others
LIOFEN 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you:
- have ever had a stomach ulcer
Before taking LIOFEN 5MG 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
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