Ozobax
Generic name:baclofen (oral) [ BAK-loe-fen ]
Brand names: FIRST Baclofen, Ozobax
Drug class:Skeletal muscle relaxants
What is Ozobax?
Ozobax is a muscle relaxer that is used to treat muscle pain, spasms, and stiffness in people with multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury or disease.
Ozobax may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.
Do not stop using Ozobax suddenly, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Ozobax if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
mental illness or psychosis;
a nervous system disorder;
epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
a stroke or blood clot; or
kidney disease.
Using Ozobax may increase your risk of developing an ovarian cyst. Talk with your doctor about your specific risk.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you take Ozobax during pregnancy, your newborn baby may have withdrawal symptoms such as tremors, rigid muscles, or a seizure. Follow your doctor's instructions about tapering your dose as your due date approaches.
If you take Ozobax while breastfeeding, withdrawal symptoms may occur in the nursing baby. Ask your doctor if it is safe for you to breastfeed while taking Ozobax.
Not approved for use by anyone younger than 12 years old.
How should I take Ozobax?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Shake the oral suspension (liquid). Measure a dose with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
You should not stop using Ozobax suddenly or you could have serious or fatal withdrawal symptoms. Ask your doctor before stopping the medicine.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
