What Is Baclofen?

Baclofen seems to have been first marketed as a medication for epilepsy. This muscle relaxant may be taken orally the most often. However, patients appear to be able to have an injection into their spine. Doctors suggest starting with a dose of fifteen daily milligrams for three days. They seem to increase this dose gradually. Patients may be able to take a maximum dose of eight milligrams daily. Lower doses may be available through an intrathecal pump. In either case, doctors seem to monitor their patients on this medication closely.