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(also known as Lioresal)
Baclofen (brand names Kemstro® and Lioresal®) is a derivative of gamma-aminobutyric acid, and is an agonist specific to mammalian but not fruit fly (Drosophila) GABAB receptors. It is used for the treatment of spastic movement, especially in instances of spinal cord injury and in multiple sclerosis. Its beneficial effe... more at Wikipedia

Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Multiple Sclerosis (MS) | 842 |
85% |
| Dystonia | 63 |
62% |
| Cerebral Palsy | 42 |
79% |
| Chronic Pain | 42 |
86% |
| Fibromyalgia | 43 |
91% |
Overall, 84% (1106
Members)
find Baclofen helpful

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Baclofen Reviews
Working / Worked
Yes although I think I need a dose increase.
Working / Worked
had baclofen pump implanted 2 yrs. ago still have not the rightdosage
Working / Worked
Helps walking. No side effects
Working / Worked
Oh yeah. Boat loads.
Working / Worked
Sometimes works, sometimes not as well.
Working / Worked
I presently had a Medtronic pump that delivers Baclofen. They say it helps. My legs say differently.
Working / Worked
not sure
Working / Worked
Medication doesn't seam to be helping me
Working / Worked
It helped with symptoms.
Working / Worked
I am also on this for spasticity in my legs. It worked well for quite a while and only recently stopped being as effective.
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Baclofen Pump
Hi, I am sorry you have so much pain. I know a woman with ms who has had a baclofen pump for years. I think it works well for her. Best of luck... [More] -
Baclofen Pump
I should have said are you using a Baclofen Pump for Dystonia? As I know not many have both MS and Dystonia, thank goodness. [More] -
Baclofen Pump
Just wondering if anyone is using a baclofen pump for generalized dystonia and multiple sclerosis? Since November I have had pain in both arms, spasti... [More] -
Baclofen Pump
Hi, I am actually getting ready to get the pump put in myself. I have an appointment on April 19th with the neurologist who will be installing the pu... [More] -
Baclofen Pump
Hi. I am new to the group. I just found out I have CP. I always knew I had something wrong with me but never knew what until 1 years ago at age 48. I... [More]







