Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER

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Composition FOR Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER

Baclofen(20mg)

food interaction for Zaclofen Tablet ER

alcohol interaction for Zaclofen Tablet ER

pregnancy interaction for Zaclofen Tablet ER

lactation interaction for Zaclofen Tablet ER

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alcohol
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Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER

Baclofen(20mg)

Zaclofen tablet er uses

{med_name} is used for muscle relaxation. It treats muscle spasms which may occur in diseases affecting the nervous system, such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, motor neuron disease, or injury to head, brain or spine.

How zaclofen tablet er works

Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER 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.

Common side effects of zaclofen tablet er

Dizziness, Convulsion, Nausea, Headache, Sedation, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Hypotonia (decreased muscle tone), Agitation, Constipation, Increased white blood cell count, Chills, Urinary retention, Decreased body temperature, Difficulty in swallowing, Memory impairment, Suicidal ideation, Suicidal attempt, Dysphoria (state of generalized dissatisfaction with life), High blood pressure, Slow heart rate, Deep vein thrombosis (blood clot in the legs), Vasomotor flushing, Pale skin, Dehydration, Pain in ileus, Loss of taste sensation, Hair loss, Diaphoresis, Difficulty in speaking, Taste change, Abdominal pain, Abnormal liver function, Erectile dysfunction

SUBSTITUTES FOR Zaclofen Tablet ER

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Expert advice FOR Zaclofen Tablet ER

  • Baclofen provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
  • Baclofen should be taken during meals with a little liquid.
  • Baclofen 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 Baclofen 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER

Baclofen

Q. Can Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER make you sleepy?
Yes, Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER 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 Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER affects you.
Q. Does Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER help anxiety?
Though Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER 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 Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER if I have a liver problem?
If you have a liver problem then you need to be cautious while taking Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER. 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.
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Q. Does Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER have any effect on kidneys?
Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER 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.
Q. How should Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER be taken?
Take Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER exactly as directed by your doctor. If a person experiences nausea while taking Zaclofen 20mg Tablet ER then it should be consumed with food or milk. However, for night cramps, it would be best to use the medicine at night time or 1 hour before doing specific tasks like physiotherapy or washing.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)