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What Causes Arm And Leg Weakness While On Baclofen?

i have been ill for wks a few things are wrong i was put on 10mg baclofen for musulle spasams 3 times a day i cant lift my arms or legs my muselles just wont work my legs are so pained i cant walk on them do you think maybe this pill is helping the spasam ist weaking my muselles
Mon, 7 Dec 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have arm and leg weakness while on Baclofen . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like muscular dystrophy , hypothyroidism , hypotonia , neuralgias and peripheral neuropathy . But in your case the symptoms are probably due to baclofen as its side effects . I would suggest you to consult your doctor and discuss the condition . Doctor may alter the dose or prescribe substitute . For now drink plenty of water and take healthy diet .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Arm And Leg Weakness While On Baclofen?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have arm and leg weakness while on Baclofen . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like muscular dystrophy , hypothyroidism , hypotonia , neuralgias and peripheral neuropathy . But in your case the symptoms are probably due to baclofen as its side effects . I would suggest you to consult your doctor and discuss the condition . Doctor may alter the dose or prescribe substitute . For now drink plenty of water and take healthy diet . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari