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What Causes Cramps And Stiffness In The Legs After Taking Baclofen?

I am having adverse reactions to baclofen, administered by a medtronic pump. I am having severe muscle cramps, stiffness, rigidity from my thighs to my toes, as well as very severe pain attacks in my thighs, lower back, calves and feet. My Doctor doesn t believe me, and says baclofen won t cause these symptoms. Every time he turns it past 850 mic s within 4-6 hours, my attacks begin. What am I to do to get him to realize, in rare cases, such as mine (I am a paraplegic, with severe spinal cord, and nerve damage), these side effects, can, and do happen? You want money? What a scam. Just like my soon to be fired....doctor
Wed, 24 Oct 2018
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Internal Medicine Specialist 's  Response
Hello,

Baclofen is used for muscle spasm. it is centrally acting muscle relaxant so it may not cause muscle spasm.

But if you're experiencing this type of side effects then you may take alternate medication for your problem.

Also, keep in in mind this drug has many interactions with other drugs may lead to your symptoms. Please consult your physician he will examine and treat you accordingly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
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What Causes Cramps And Stiffness In The Legs After Taking Baclofen?

Hello, Baclofen is used for muscle spasm. it is centrally acting muscle relaxant so it may not cause muscle spasm. But if you re experiencing this type of side effects then you may take alternate medication for your problem. Also, keep in in mind this drug has many interactions with other drugs may lead to your symptoms. Please consult your physician he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist