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Lioresal Liquid Raspberry is used to reduce and relieve muscle spasms (excessive tension in the muscles) occurring in various illnesses. It contains Baclofen, which works on the spinal cord and brain, thereby helping in maintaining muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as tiredness, sleepiness, nausea, headache, dizziness, and dry mouth. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

BACLOFEN-5MG/5ML

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Novartis India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Lioresal Liquid Raspberry

Lioresal Liquid Raspberry is used to reduce and relieve excessive muscle stiffness or spasms associated with conditions like cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, spinal cord disorders, and other nervous system diseases. Muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary contraction of a muscle, which can be painful and uncomfortable. When the nerve impulses that control the muscle movements are damaged or interrupted, it could lead to muscle spasms.

Lioresal Liquid Raspberry contains Baclofen, which works on the spinal cord and brain, thereby helping in maintaining muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness. Thus, Lioresal Liquid Raspberry reduces muscle spasm in various conditions.

Take Lioresal Liquid Raspberry with food. You are advised to take Lioresal Liquid Raspberry for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as sleepiness, drowsiness, nausea, headache, tiredness, and dry mouth. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Lioresal Liquid Raspberry should not be taken if you are allergic to it. Before starting treatment with Lioresal Liquid Raspberry, inform your doctor about any other medications or herbal products you are taking. Consult your doctor before taking Lioresal Liquid Raspberry if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Lioresal Liquid Raspberry should be given to children only if prescribed by the physician. The dose and duration of medicine will be decided by the paediatrician based on the child body weight and age.

Uses of Lioresal Liquid Raspberry

Lioresal Liquid Raspberry is used to reduce and relieve muscle stiffness and spasms caused by neurological conditions. The detailed uses of Lioresal Liquid Raspberry are as follows: <br/> • Treatment of muscle spasms in cerebral palsy: Reduces excessive muscle tension and improves mobility.<br/> • Management of spasticity in multiple sclerosis: Relieves painful muscle stiffness and improves daily function.<br/> • Relief after cerebrovascular accidents (stroke): Reduces involuntary muscle spasms and improves limb mobility.<br/> • Treatment of muscle tightness due to spinal cord diseases: Reduce muscle rigidity caused by spinal cord injuries or disorders.<br/> • Support in other nervous system disorders: Provides relief from abnormal muscle tone caused by various neurological conditions.<br/>

Directions for Use

  • Lioresal Liquid Raspberry can be taken with meals or as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Take the prescribed dose/quantity by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe provided by the pack.
  • Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly. Shake well before use.

Medicinal Benefits

Lioresal Liquid Raspberry belongs to the group of medicines called muscle relaxants used to reduce and relieve the muscle spasms (excessive tension in the muscles) occurring in various illnesses such as multiple sclerosis (a disorder which affects the brain and spinal cord), cerebrovascular accidents (damage to the brain due to lack of blood supply), cerebral palsy (a disorder of movement, posture and muscle tone), spinal cord diseases and other nervous system disorders. Lioresal Liquid Raspberry works by inhibiting reflexes at the spinal level, helping to relieve pain and improve muscle movements.

How Lioresal Liquid Raspberry Works

Lioresal Liquid Raspberry works on the spinal cord and brain, thereby helping in maintaining muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness. Thus Lioresal Liquid Raspberry reduces muscle spasm in the conditions of multiple sclerosis (a disorder which affects the brain and spinal cord), cerebrovascular accidents (damage to the brain due to lack of blood supply), cerebral palsy (a disorder of movement, posture and muscle tone), spinal cord diseases and other nervous system disorders.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Lioresal Liquid Raspberry out of the sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Lioresal Liquid Raspberry

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Lioresal Liquid Raspberry as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include vomiting, weak muscle tone, drowsiness, vision problems, seizures, breathing difficulty, and coma. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Lioresal Liquid Raspberry should not be taken if you are allergic to any of its contents or if you have ever had a stomach ulcer. Talk to your doctor before taking Lioresal Liquid Raspberry if you have kidney or liver problems, mental disorders, breathing difficulty or lung disease, diabetes, difficulty in urination, high blood pressure, Parkinson’s disease, or if you have ever had a stroke. Consult your doctor before taking Lioresal Liquid Raspberry if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let the doctor know if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements and herbal products.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching so that they are less likely to spasm, tear, or sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
  • Massages can also be helpful.
  • Avoid extremely cold and hot temperatures.
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes; instead, wear loose garments.
  • Rest well, get plenty of sleep.
  • To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position at least every two hours.
  • Hot or cold therapy can be helpful in treating muscle spasms. Apply an ice-pack or hot-pack on the muscle for 15-20minutes.
  • Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

SKELETAL MUSCLE RELAXANTS
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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Lioresal Liquid Raspberry as it may increase drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Avoid taking Lioresal Liquid Raspberry if you are pregnant unless prescribed by a doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Lioresal Liquid Raspberry; your doctor will decide whether Lioresal Liquid Raspberry can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Lioresal Liquid Raspberry causes sleepiness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor if you have liver disease before using Lioresal Liquid Raspberry. Your doctor will determine potential benefits and risks before prescribing.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Lioresal Liquid Raspberry should be given to children only if prescribed by the physician. The dose and duration of medicine will be decided by the paediatrician based on the child's body weight and age.

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FAQs

Lioresal Liquid Raspberry is used to reduce and relieve excessive muscle stiffness or spasms associated with conditions like cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, spinal cord disorders, and other nervous system diseases.

Lioresal Liquid Raspberry works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain, thereby helps in maintaining muscle strength and relieves muscle spasms or stiffness.

Lioresal Liquid Raspberry causes sleepiness and drowsiness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel sleepy or drowsy.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Lioresal Liquid Raspberry. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.

Do not discontinue Lioresal Liquid Raspberry without consulting your doctor. Discontinuing Lioresal Liquid Raspberry suddenly might cause muscle stiffness, fever, confusion, hallucinations, and fits (seizures). Talk to your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Lioresal Liquid Raspberry; your doctor will reduce the dose gradually.

To avoid potential interactions and minimise side effects, before using this medication, you should inform your doctor about your medical history, including any ongoing medicines.

Taking more than the prescribed dosage does not provide additional benefits and can increase the risk of adverse effects. Hence, avoid exceeding the recommended dose.

Lioresal Liquid Raspberry may cause common side effects such as sleepiness, drowsiness, nausea, headache, tiredness, and dry mouth. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

141/144, Atlanta, 14th Floor, Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400 021., Maharashtra, India.
Other Info - LI53762

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