Liofen 10 Tablet
10 Tablet(s) in StripMRP ₹127.01
₹92.72
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SUN PHARMA
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Baclofen(10.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Muscle relaxant |
| Therapy | Muscle relaxant, drugs for multiple sclerosis |
| Side effects | Sleepiness, dizziness, headache, nausea, drop in blood pressure |
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Medical Description
Liofen 10 tablet is a muscle relaxant medicine commonly prescribed to manage muscle stiffness and tightness, also known as muscle spasticity. This condition often results from diseases or injuries that affect the brain or spinal cord. By reducing abnormal muscle contractions, the medicine helps improve flexibility, movement, and comfort, making daily activities easier for patients.
The active ingredient in Liofen 10 tablets is baclofen, which works by acting on the nerves in the spinal cord to relax the muscles. By calming overactive nerve signals, it reduces muscle spasms, pain, and stiffness. Other medicines with baclofen as the main ingredient include Liofen XL 10mg capsules, Bacloren 10mg tablets, Baclonol 10mg tablets and Riclofen 10mg tablets, all of which provide similar effects.
Liofen 10 tablet should always be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on your medical condition and response to therapy, and it should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop the medicine suddenly, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as hallucinations, confusion, or seizures.
Before starting treatment with Liofen 10 tablets, it is important to inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding. Also, please share details about your past medical history, including liver, kidney, or seizure disorders, as well as any other medications or supplements you are currently taking, to help prevent possible interactions or side effects.
Liofen 10 tablets are effective in improving muscle movement and reducing stiffness, but, like all medicines, they should be used under strict medical guidance. Following your doctor’s advice, maintaining regular follow-ups, and promptly reporting any unusual symptoms will ensure a safe and effective treatment.
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to baclofen or any other ingredients of the Liofen 10 tablet.
- If you had a stomach ulcer.
Side effects
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Drop-in blood pressure
- Dry mouth
- Weakness
- Muscle pain
- Visual impairment
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have had a stroke in the past.
- You have problems passing urine.
- You have any issues with your mental health.
- You are a pregnant woman or breastfeeding mother.
- You suffer from diabetes, fits Parkinson’s disease or any other pre-existing medical condition.
- You have any kind of heart, liver or kidney disorder.
- You have high blood pressure and are being treated for it.
- You have a history of any drug abuse or being dependent on it.
- Liofen 10 tablet is not recommended for children who weigh less than 33 kgs.
Directions for Use
- Liofen 10 tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine. It can be taken with or without food.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Storage and disposal
- Liofen 10 tablet should be stored at room temperature, protected from moisture and heat.
- Keep them out of the reach and sight of children and pets.
- Do not use expired medicines.
Quick Tips
- Liofen 10mg tablet is a muscle relaxant medicine. It is used to treat and reduce muscle spasms, pain, and other symptoms of various muscle conditions such as multiple sclerosis, disease or injury to the brain or spinal cord, and muscle spasticity.
- This medicine should not be used for treating any other condition unless specified by the doctor.
- Take this medicine exactly as recommended by your doctor. You should not consume less or more than the prescribed dose.
- Do not stop taking Liofen 10mg tablet without consulting your doctor, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms.
- Headache, dry mouth, weakness, and nausea/vomiting may occur in some individuals with this tablet. Inform your doctor if the side effects do not resolve even after completing the entire course.
- If you experience dizziness or sleepiness after taking Liofen 10mg tablet, it is recommended to avoid driving, operating heavy machinery, or performing any such tasks that require mental alertness.
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Interactions with other medicines
- Sometimes Liofen 10 tablet may affect the way other medicines work and other medicines may affect how Liofen 10 tablet works if taken at the same time. You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements to avoid any interaction.
- In particular, if you are already taking any other muscle relaxant medicines, anti-hypertensive medicines, medicines for anti-Parkinson's disease, anti-epileptic medicines, etc.
- Other medicines like morphine (used to treat severe pain) must be used with caution, as it may cause a decrease in your blood pressure.
- Concomitant use of medicines like lithium and amitriptyline used to treat mental health may increase the effect of this medicine, leading to weak muscle tone.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:LIOFEN
Manufacturer Name:SUN PHARMA
Address:Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd. Plot No. 107-108, Namli Block, P. O. Ranipool, East-Sikkim-737 135.
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Liofen 10 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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