Miorel
baclofen
Baclofen is a muscle relaxant and antispasdic agent. Miorel is used for treating multiple sclerosis which includes spasm, pain, and stiffness.
Miorel is an oral drug that relaxes the skeletal muscles especially the striated muscles. Miorel is related to gamma-amino butyric acid, which is a naturally occurring neurotransmitter in the brain. GABA when released decreases the activity of other nerves. Baclofen acts like GABA and blocks the nerve activity within the parts of the brain that controls the contraction and relaxation of the muscles. Miorel acts on the spinal cord nerves and decreases the pain of muscle spasms caused by multiple sclerosis and other spinal cord problems. Miorel is also used for treating muscle clonus, muscle rigidity and muscle pain and also improves the movement of the muscles.
Miorel Dosage
Miorel is taken orally in the form of tablets 3 times a day at equal intervals. The dosage amount should be exactly as directed by the doctor. Full drug course should be completed and do not start or stop the medication unless recommended by the doctor. Miorel dosage for adult is usually 5 mg for 3 times daily and the dosage can be increased gradually based on the response of the body.
Missed Dose
In case if you happen to miss a dose, do not have both the doses together. If the dosage clashes, it is better to avoid the previous dose and continue with the current dose. It is also better to consult your physician in case of any doubts regarding the dosage amount.
Miorel Side Effects
Some of the side effects of Miorel include,
- Drowsiness
- Weakness
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Seizures
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Low blood pressure
- Constipation
- Confusion
- Respiratory depression
- Inability to sleep
- Increased urinary frequency or urinary retention
Drug Interactions
Administration of Miorel with other drugs might depress the function of the nerves and lead to additional brain function reduction. Baclofen with tricyclic antidepressants like elavil, sinequan, etc might produce weakness of the muscles. Baclofen with monoamine oxidase inhibitors like nardil, parnate, results in brain depression and low blood pressure. As Miorel increases the blood sugar level, doses of the drug has to be adjusted while taken with anti diabetic drug. Miorel can also impair thinking process of the brain.
Precautions
While taking Miorel, be sure that you do not take alcohol, as alcohol produces severe side effects of Miorel. This drug also should not be used for muscle toning and in some cases; it might endanger your physical safety. In some cases, you can also experience with drawl symptoms like seizures, hallucinations, when you abruptly stop the drug. You have to stop Miorel gradually.
The effect of Miorel in pregnant women has not been studied extensively. Miorel is also detected in breast milk however; no information is recorded for the presence of Miorel in the breast milk of the mothers who are treated intrathecally.
Drug Storage
Miorel should be stored at temperatures between 15 to 30 degree Celsius.
