What you need to know about Lioresal Liquid
Please read this carefully before you start to take your medicine. This leaflet does not contain the complete information about your medicine. If you have any questions or are not sure about anything ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Lioresal liquid contains a substance called baclofen which is one of the group of medicines called muscle relaxants. These medicines are used to relieve muscle spasms which may occur during certain illnesses or following injury to the head or spine. Ask your doctor if you would like further information.
Things to remember about Lioresal Liquid
- Make sure it is safe for you to take Lioresal liquid (see the back of this leaflet).
- Take your medicine as instructed by your doctor and read the label on your medicine.
- Do not stop taking your medicine suddenly. Ask your doctor first.
- This medicine may cause unwanted effects in some people. You can find information about them on the back of this leaflet.
- Keep your medicine in its original container in a cool place. DO NOT refrigerate. Keep medicines out of reach of children.
- Remember to return any unused medicine to your pharmacist .
This leaflet has been prepared for patients as part of our 'Partners in Health Care' theme by:–
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Ciba Laboratories, Horsham, West Sussex, England. |
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PA 28/4/2 |
This leaflet is produced in accordance with guidance issued by the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry. The information in it applies only to Lioresal liquid.
Copyright © Ciba-Geigy PLC April 1992 747389a
Lioresal liquid contains baclofen which is used to relieve muscle spasms.
What's in your medicine
- Lioresal liquid is raspberry-flavoured and contains 5mg of baclofen in every 5ml.
- This medicine also contains two preservatives, methyl hydroxybenzoate and propyl hydroxybenzoate. It does not contain sugar (sucrose).
Before taking your medicine
- Are you allergic to baclofen?
- Do you have or have you ever had a stomach ulcer?
If the answer to either of these questions is YES, DO NOT take this medicine without talking to your doctor again .
- Do you suffer from epilepsy?
- Do you have difficulty in passing water?
- Do you suffer from any serious liver, kidney or lung disease?
- Do you suffer from any mental illness?
- Are you taking any medicines for high blood pressure?
- Are you taking any other medicines which your doctor does not know about?
- Are you pregnant, trying to become pregnant or breast feeding?
If the answer to any of these questions is YES, tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Taking your medicine
- It is important to take your medicine at the right times. You must take it as instructed by your doctor. The label will tell you how much to take and how often. If it does not, or you are not sure, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- Shake the bottle thoroughly before you take your medicine. If you feel sick after taking Lioresal liquid, you may find it helps to take it with food.
- Do not stop taking your medicine suddenly. Ask your doctor first.
- If you forget to take a dose, take the next dose at the usual time. Do not take a double dose.
- If you accidentally take too much Lioresal liquid tell your doctor immediately or contact your nearest hospital casualty department.
After taking your medicine
This medicine sometimes causes unwanted effects in some people, particularly elderly patients. If you get either of the following tell your doctor.
- Difficulty in passing water.
Other effects which may occur include:
- Feeling sleepy, dizzy or slightly confused.
- Stomach upset or dry mouth.
- Headache or sleeplessness.
These effects are often mild and may wear off after a few days' treatment. If they are severe or last for more than a few days, tell your doctor. Also, if your medicine upsets you in any other way, tell your doctor.
Precautions
- Whilst you are taking Lioresal liquid, your doctor may want to give you a check-up from time to time.
- If you feel dizzy or sleepy when you start to take this medicine, do not drive or operate machinery until these effects have worn off.
- Be careful when drinking alcohol it may affect you more than usual.
- REMEMBER: this medicine is for YOU. Only a doctor can prescribe it for you. Never give it to someone else. It may harm them even if they have the same symptoms as you.