Beklo 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (4 x 14: ৳ 560.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 140.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Baclofen |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- spasticity resulting from multiple sclerosis
- flexor spasms and concomitant pain
- skeletal muscle spasm resulting from rheumatic disorders
- spinal cord injuries and other spinal cord diseases
- cerebrovascular accidents or neoplastic or degenerative brain disease
Pharmacology
- Inhibits monosynaptic and polysynaptic reflexes
- Stimulates GABA receptors
- Antinociceptive effect
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended dosage for adults and children over 10 years
- Gradual dosage increment
- Different dosage for children under 10 years based on age ranges
Interaction
- Potential sedation with CNS agents, alcohol, or synthetic opiates
- Increased fall in blood pressure with antihypertensives
- Potentiation of effects with tricyclic antidepressants
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any component
Side Effects
- Transient drowsiness
- Daytime sedation
- Dizziness and weakness
- Fatigue
- Various adverse reactions in different body systems
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Category B3 in pregnancy
- Crosses placental barrier
- Minimal excretion in breast milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Lower doses for impaired renal function
- Cautious use in patients with psychotic disorders
- Risk of lowering convulsion threshold in epilepsy patients
Overdose Effects
- Importance of gastric lavage
Therapeutic Class
- Centrally acting Skeletal Muscle Relaxants
Storage Conditions
- Temperature below 30°C
- Protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children