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Baclofen in the treatment of spasticity

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  • baclofen is a gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) analogue - it reduces the release of excitatory transmitters in the spinal cord via the inhibition of firing of alpha- and gamma-motor neurones

  • there is evidence that baclofen reduces the severity and frequency of clonus and spasticity (1)

  • side effects include confusion, hypotonia, muscle weakness, fatigue and drowsiness. Abrupt withdrawal of this drug can result in visual hallucinations, cardiac arrhythmias and convulsions

Reference:

  • (1) Kita M, Goodkin DE (2000). Drugs used to treat spasticity. Drugs, 59, 487-95.

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