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(also known as Lioresal)
Baclofen (brand names Kemstro® and Lioresal®) is a derivative of gamma-aminobutyric acid, and is an agonist specific to mammalian but not fruit fly (Drosophila) GABAB receptors. It is used for the treatment of spastic movement, especially in instances of spinal cord injury and in multiple sclerosis. Its beneficial ef... more at Wikipedia
Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Multiple Sclerosis (MS) | 498 |
85% |
| Cerebral Palsy | 25 |
84% |
| Dystonia | 15 |
67% |
| Chronic Pain | 14 |
100% |
| Fibromyalgia | 14 |
79% |
Overall, 85% (602
Members)
find Baclofen helpful
Baclofen Reviews
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It took away alot of the pain
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I did have to play musical pills until I found the right combination for me.
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Working
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Works ok, but I am scared that I need this
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could not do without it
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Has help with the achy legs.
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seems to be working at this time pritty good.
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sometimes wrks sometimes not
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made me feel like a zombie!!
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apparently it has it's limits though as Howard has had to go off it. to re-sensitize to it.
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apparently it has it's limits though as Howard has had to go off it. to re-sensitize to it.
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helps
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My leg muscles used to be severely tight with chronic pain. Now, with the aid of the pump, I am pain free.
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so-so, not on now.
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slept well, reduced spasticity -- discontinued due to poverty.
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Baclofen
Wow!!! Pitterpat, Thank you for your feedback on Baclofen. It was very educational. Once again thanks for sharing your story. Hope all is well with yo... [More] -
Baclofen
Have any of you ever tried the baclofen oral medication or the baclofen pump? If so, how was your outcome and experience with it. Did it work or help ... [More] -
Baclofen
Just added Baclofen and Vistaril to the list of meds. After taking it my body felt very heavy. Could hardly move arms, legs and head. Is this normal w... [More] -
Baclofen pump
Sorry for the confusion on my initial post. Pump #1 implanted in 11/98. Dying battery 4/02 Pump #2 Removed due to staph infection acquired after... [More] -
Baclofen for Dystonia
Tell us about your personal experience with Baclofen as a treatment: Has it worked? Have you had any issues? Any recommendations or tips? [More]
