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Will Baclofen Inhibit My Muscle Gain Due To Its Anti-spasticity Properties?
Question: Hi, I have a mild case of cerebral palsy. I am high functioning (college degree) I play sports and lift weights. The disorder has no real effect on my today to today life. The only outward sign of the cp is a limp on my left side. I have noticed when I become stressed i.e. Giving a speech my body gets very tight and the limp becomes much more pronounced. I saw I neurologist earlier in the week and he suggested I try bacolofen. In your opinion is baclofen safe? I am very wary of taking pills, also I lift weights on a daily basis will the baclofen inhibit my muscle gain due to its anti spasiscity properties? Thank you in advance for your time.
Brief Answer:
Baclofen is generally safe.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Based on this, Baclofen is generally safe. Baclofen is commonly used for treating spasticity. I usually give a dose of 10-20 mg taken once at bedtime. It does cause mild drowsiness in some people. Baclofen would not interfere with your weight lifting and muscle building.
I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow up queries or if you require any additional information.
Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr. Sudhir Kumar
Consultant Neurologist
Baclofen is generally safe.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Based on this, Baclofen is generally safe. Baclofen is commonly used for treating spasticity. I usually give a dose of 10-20 mg taken once at bedtime. It does cause mild drowsiness in some people. Baclofen would not interfere with your weight lifting and muscle building.
I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow up queries or if you require any additional information.
Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr. Sudhir Kumar
Consultant Neurologist
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