Baclofen User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Luc...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 18, 2017

For Alcohol Withdrawal "After 30 years of addictions, mainly alcohol, I am finally free. Baclofen changed my life completely. The best part for me is it seemed to switch off the compulsion for it, easily with no fight or sense of loss."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 7, 2023

For Chronic Spasticity "I take Baclofen 10 mg usually twice a day, sometimes three times a day. It does cause terrible sleepiness, but I also take it with Gabapentin at a high dose, so it is hard to say if it is the combination or the Baclofen alone, so I don't want to condemn it on that. It works wonders for me with the two together. I used to be in so much pain at work that I wanted to cry. Now I fly through the days. To me, the drowsiness is an acceptable side effect for the results it gives. Again, maybe it's the combination of the two. But I am about 90% better than I was."

• Emm...
• March 14, 2009

For Muscle Spasm "I have severe muscle spasms due to Multiple Sclerosis. I don't know where I would be without this medication. I will most likely have to go up a notch on my dosage very soon, but it helps greatly, so I don't care as long as it keeps helping me."

• Jul...
• December 24, 2014

For Chronic Spasticity "I take baclofen (20 mg 3 times a day) for muscle twitching, spasms, and spasticity. It has helped some (for instance, I can still feel the muscle twitching, but it's no longer visible twitching). It hasn't seemed to help with the spasticity, though. As for side effects, at first, I had a lot of drowsiness and dizziness. Now, I am horribly depressed and think it's from the baclofen, so I may discontinue soon."

• zip...
• May 8, 2011

For Muscle Spasm "I have been struggling with fibromyalgia for more than five years. Finally accepted my diagnosis almost 3 years ago. My doctor and I have been working together to establish a pain management program that works for me and still enables me to work and live a 'normal' life. Baclofen is by far the best muscle relaxer I have used and true to my doctor's recommendation, has the least side effects (dizziness, sedation, etc.). I am more than just pleased with this medicine. I am THRILLED because it helps to control the muscle spasms I cope with while allowing me to be an active participant in my life. After two years of taking it, I am taking 10mg four times a day."

• kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 16, 2016

For Alcohol Withdrawal "I had been abusing alcohol for around 3 years when I landed myself in the hospital ED, and the ED doctor prescribed me baclofen. I started on 40 mg per day, and this was not enough as I relapsed several times. I am now on 150 mg a day, which is my perfect dose. I no longer crave alcohol like I used to, and my anxiety feels more under control. I have gone back to study and started to rebuild broken relationships. Baclofen has been my miracle drug!"

• Ter...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 28, 2020

Baclofen for Spinal Spasticity "This medication, Lioresal, has been a lifesaver for me and my fibromyalgia and DDD. I have had a great experience with the medication, with only one slight side effect: it makes me a bit sleepy. Small price to pay for the fabulous benefits."

• Ros...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 25, 2024

For Alcohol Withdrawal "I have had a bad alcohol misuse disorder for over 40 years. Have had periods of sobriety, but it was always agonizing. I was prescribed baclofen after I asked for it, Aimeson method. I got up to 200 mgs per day, but had to quit this due to awful incontinence. This was a few years ago. Then of course back to my old drinking ways, 1-2 bottles of wine each night. Antidepressants and diazepam for dreadful panic attacks. I was virtually bedridden. 5 days ago, after the hangover from hell, I decided to take 2 x 25 mg pills around lunchtime. They sent me to sleep, and when I woke I felt great, no panic attack, no need for alcohol or diazepam. So I have continued on this path for 5 days now. I have had no alcohol withdrawals whatsoever, I am just sleeping a lot. I can deal with this and no incontinence. So fingers crossed, perhaps just once a day will solve the problems for me."

• Sha...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 7, 2019

For Neuralgia "I have MS and have been taking Baclofen for one of my symptoms for a few years. I have an overactive and painful parotid gland that gets a lot worse depending on the atmospheric pressure. I was erroneously diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia and was prescribed Gabapentin. That put me in a fog. I switched neurologists when I moved, and he put me on Baclofen for this symptom. I do not take this regularly but do take it if I feel the pain intensifying or if I know a storm front is approaching. Baclofen almost eliminates my pain. I can function as normal no matter what the weather. This medication has helped me maintain a normal lifestyle despite my MS."

• it...
• February 16, 2018

For Neuralgia "I have been taking baclofen for 5 years for my sciatic pain and neuropathy, it has helped me a lot. I take it daily, 3 times a day. It helps relieve my back pain better than any other relaxer and doesn't get me dizzy or tired or affect me in any other way but helpful."

• bue...
• July 23, 2015

For Muscle Spasm "I have extensive nerve damage in my spinal cord and was prescribed baclofen for spasms. It works great on the spasms, however, I can take the prescribed dose, and when I run out of Vicodin, then it causes me restless leg syndrome, so be careful if you're also on opioids and run out. For cramps in the legs, it is great, though."

• Bac...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 16, 2018

For Alcohol Withdrawal "I have been taking baclofen for 2 months, and my anxiety for alcohol is less than when I was in 12 steps. I got sober for 3 years once, but then the monster appeared again, so I relapsed. But now I'm sober again and hoping it lasts."

• Tom...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 22, 2014

For Temporomandibular Joint Disorder "I have moderate/severe TMJ, and I get a lot of relief from Baclofen. It's not indicated as a treatment for TMJ, but it works for it very well. The muscles in my face and jaw area are very tight, and the tightness causes jaw pain and tension-type headaches. Previous to trying this Baclofen, I tried Cyclobenzaprine, Orphenadrine, Tizanidine, and they all seemed to achieve their 'muscle relaxant' effects by making me tired. I take 20 mg of Baclofen at bedtime, and it relaxes my muscles very well and helps me sleep. The muscles in my face become less tight, and I do not grind my teeth as much, and my jaw feels so much better. Also, the painful muscle spasms I suffer from are reduced. The drug improves my quality of life greatly. I recommend it."

• usa...
• October 20, 2011

For Muscle Spasm "I was given this medication post-hysteroscopy when I suffered severe hip, knee, and leg pain. Nothing touched it. I had major painkillers to no effect. Baclofen was a lifesaver. I also have fibromyalgia, and the bonus is I can feel a massive difference with that now as well. I am a bit dizzy, I hope it will pass in time because the benefits are worth it! No other side effects at all."

• Jbi...
• May 11, 2016

For Alcohol Withdrawal "My belief is baclofen is finally the cure for alcoholism. My Dr. put me on baclofen, 40 mg, then upped with 20 mg more if I needed. I drink exactly 16 ozs. of Coors Light daily, and no desire to drink more. No cravings! As a young man, I used LSD for religious awareness. Baclofen has the same effects as LSD as you are 'coming on' to it. Mild hallucinations, dryness of mouth, slight irritability, hyper hearing, smelling, and thoughts. Also, weakness of muscles and drowsiness. I fight the drowsiness with caffeine. I continue my normal activity regardless of weakness, leading to unusual muscle tone with everyday activity. I am a 62-year-old man with six-pack abs. THANKS BAC AND MY DR.!!"

• 00L...
• June 24, 2014

For Migraine Prevention "I freak out about taking meds... but I suffer with tension headaches, and nothing will ever faze them. I was prescribed 10 mg of baclofen and just started to take half at night because I was worried I wouldn't wake up... so far, so good. No side effects, and I woke up. After a couple more days of making sure no side effects, I will take the whole."

• Ema...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 27, 2021

For Chronic Spasticity "I was diagnosed with a connective tissue disorder that causes my muscles to have spasticity issues. I was prescribed Gabapentin, which didn't work and had horrible side effects, so they tried Baclofen 10 mg, and I found myself feeling better. I take 10 mg 3x/day and have been for 6 years now. There are zero side effects, and on days I forget to take it, I can definitely tell a major difference in my muscle pain levels and spasticity. Baclofen truly saved me. It also helps counteract any muscle pain I get from the modafinil I take. I feel human again, I'm in less pain."

• suz...
• July 16, 2011

For Periodic Limb Movement Disorder "I've had MS for 25 years and suffer more with fatigue than anything else, but at night when I was overtired, I would get twitchy and had terrible restless legs. I now take 10 mg of baclofen each night and sleep soundly. I wake up feeling refreshed, something that I've not felt for a very long time, so I recommend this medication."

• Spi...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 18, 2020

Baclofen for Spinal Spasticity "It literally saved me from neck surgery. I have a disc protrusion that bulges into my spinal cord. I’ve started taking this drug, and the bulge became smaller due to muscle relaxation. I can feel my fingers and have enough power in my arms again. One important thing is the withdrawal process. It takes several months to go down. Otherwise, I get spasms."

• aik...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 17, 2013

For Muscle Spasm "Taking for neck and back pain and sciatica from being in a MVA. Seems to make my hearing sensitive -- when I read to my daughter, it's like my voice is too loud, so I have to speak very softly. Absolutely no drowsiness, but I have had a killer headache in the back of my head for days. It has not made any drastic difference in my muscle pain and sciatica, but I have only been on it for less than one week. Will keep trying it until my follow-up in a week. So far, so good, except for the bad, bad headache in the back of my head. Sleeping good and waking refreshed, unlike when I took Soma."

• Mr ...
• September 21, 2015

For Muscle Spasm "No side effects except mild drowsiness. I'm not impressed by how this drug is supposed to work on muscle spasms. I have been on it for a week and a half at 10 mg, 3 times a day. I feel my spasms are almost as bad as prior to taking this Rx."

• Ben...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 4, 2019

For Alcohol Withdrawal "Baclofen is amazing for benzo withdrawal. It simply removes all the anxiety and depression that comes with any benzo withdrawals. You need to get to at least 30-60 mg, though. Baclofen should revolutionize the benzo withdrawal or recovery treatment. Ask your doctor for some and free yourself from this nasty disease. I just fear the withdrawals now from baclofen, but I’ve heard they are nowhere near as severe as coming off benzos."

• DJD...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 12, 2017

For Muscle Spasm "I was diagnosed with a muscular neurological disorder of unknown origin - SPS - with both my legs becoming stiff and my feet cramping a lot, with no control over lower bodily functions. I was given an Rx of 20 mg two times daily and was told to watch for gastrointestinal side effects. I didn't really have any problems there, but the Rx worked at getting me ambulatory again. I tried to up it to 40 mg two times daily, but it made me sleepy and the neuro told me it was better to take the 20 mg three or four times a day rather than 40 mg all at once. As with all diagnoses and prescriptions, some collaboration with the doctor and experimentation by the patient is required to find the right Rx dosage for the symptoms. I am able to ride a bike, walk and drive, get around, but no quick reflex activity."

• Bas...
• January 15, 2019

For Migraine Prevention "An amazing drug for suppressing migraines. Sleep well, mind completely shuts off, though dreams are so real and a bit unsettling. Often a migraine will kick off, but the meds hold it at 1% pain all day. I always take 10 mg baclofen twice a day along with 2100 mg gabapentin. Dealing with fibromyalgia too, and this drug combo helps with pain. The muscles get relaxed and enable less painful exercise. Another beneficial side effect is reducing hypertension and slowing pulse to 60 BPM. Suffered for 30 years with migraines, up to 3 per week. Down to 2 per month now, which get aborted with sumatriptan."

• Aro...
• August 17, 2009

For Muscle Spasm "I take 10 mg at night for intense right leg spasms that were occurring every morning and sometimes multiple times per day. Very painful and debilitating. First week on Baclofen felt a bit drowsy at night, but that quickly subsided. It has almost entirely taken away the morning spasms, leg only feels a bit tight when it wants/needs to spasm. This medicine has changed my life! If I miss one dose, the spasms quickly return. I definitely recommend this to anyone with spasm pain."