Glarifen XR 20 Capsule
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Glarizonto Pharma |
| Active Ingredient | Baclofen (20mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Gamma Amino Acids Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
| Action Class | Skeletal muscle relaxant- Centrally acting |
| User Rating | 4.1 |
| User Reviews | 503 |
FAQ
How should Glarifen XR 20 be taken?
Take Glarifen XR 20 exactly as directed by your doctor. If a person experiences nausea while taking Glarifen XR 20 then it should be consumed with food or milk. However, for night cramps, it would be best to use the medicine at night time or 1 hour before doing specific tasks like physiotherapy or washing.
Does Glarifen XR 20 help anxiety?
Though Glarifen XR 20 is not approved to treat anxiety disorders, it has been observed in some studies that it is effective in treating stress which occurs after a trauma.
Can Glarifen XR 20 make you sleepy?
Yes, Glarifen XR 20 can cause sleepiness. It can make a person dizzy due to its sedative effect. It can also affect vision and therefore you should avoid driving and using heavy machinery until and unless you know how Glarifen XR 20 affects you.
Does Glarifen XR 20 have any effect on kidneys?
Glarifen XR 20 may cause side effects in patients with normal kidney function which include excessive day time urination (pollakiuria), burning sensation while urinating (dysuria), and loss of bladder control (urinary incontinence). Generally, a lower dose of this medicine is prescribed if a person has abnormally functioning kidneys or if a person is on dialysis.
Can I take Glarifen XR 20 if I have a liver problem?
If you have a liver problem then you need to be cautious while taking Glarifen XR 20. This is because the medicine may increase the production of liver enzymes. Hence, regular laboratory examination of liver enzymes is required while taking this medicine as advised by your doctor.
What if you forget to take Glarifen Capsule XR?
If you miss a dose of Glarifen XR 20, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Glarifen XR 20 Capsule Reviews
Glarifen XR 20 is a muscle relaxer. It is used to treat muscular symptoms such as rigidity, tension, and stiffness that may occur due to various conditions such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, motor neuron disease, or injury to the head, brain, or spine.
Glarifen XR 20 can be taken with food. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.
Some common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, weakness, drowsiness, and dizziness. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Glarifen XR 20 can be taken with food. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.
Some common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, weakness, drowsiness, and dizziness. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.
To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
How Glarifen XR 20 Capsule Works
Glarifen XR 20 is a muscle relaxant. It works on the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm maintaining the strength of the muscles. This relieves pain and improves movement of muscles.
How to Use Glarifen XR 20 Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Glarifen XR 20 is to be taken with food.
Benefits of Glarifen XR 20 Capsule
- In Muscle relaxation: Glarifen XR 20 is a muscle relaxant that is used to relieve rigidity, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect skeletal muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for such symptoms. It effectively relieves muscle stiffness or spasm, thereby improving muscle movement.Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Uses of Glarifen XR 20 Capsule
- Muscle relaxation
Glarifen XR 20 Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Driving
UNSAFE
Glarifen XR 20 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Glarifen XR 20 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Glarifen XR 20 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Liver
CAUTION
Glarifen XR 20 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Glarifen XR 20 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Glarifen XR 20 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Glarifen XR 20 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Glarifen XR 20 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Glarifen XR 20 should be taken during meals with a little liquid.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Glarifen XR 20 provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
- Glarifen XR 20 may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Glarifen XR 20 as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
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