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.

Many patients seem to take this medication for multiple sclerosis treatment. It may also assist in muscle spasm pain relief.