Comparing Baclofen vs OnabotulinumtoxinA
Baclofen | OnabotulinumtoxinA |
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Baclofen | OnabotulinumtoxinA |
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Prescription only
Baclofen relieves muscle spasms associated with multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injury or disease, but its use is limited by its ability to cause sedation and increase seizure risk. Prescribed for... View more |
Prescription only
Prescribed for Blepharospasm, Chronic Migraine, Crow's Feet, Cervical Dystonia, Facial Wrinkles, Chronic Spasticity, Orbicularis Oculi, Glabellar Lines, Bruxism, Dystonia, Headache, Hyperhidrosis... View more |
Related suggestions Migraine Prevention (Migraine Prophylaxis)
Chronic Spasticity
Dystonia
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More about Baclofen | More about OnabotulinumtoxinA | |
Ratings & Reviews | ||
Baclofen has an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from a total of 435 ratings on Drugs.com. 61% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 24% reported a negative effect. |
OnabotulinumtoxinA has an average rating of 5.6 out of 10 from a total of 482 ratings on Drugs.com. 46% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 42% reported a negative effect. |
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Drug Class | ||
Side Effects | ||
See also: baclofen side effects in more detail. |
See also: onabotulinumtoxinA side effects in more detail. |
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Generic Availability | ||
Lower cost generic |
N/A |
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Pricing and Coupons * Prices are without insurance | ||
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We could not find an exact match for this medicine. Try searching the Price Guide directly. |
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Dosage Form(s) Available | ||
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N/A |
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Brand Names | ||
Fleqsuvy, Gablofen, Lioresal, Lioresal Intrathecal, Lyvispah, Ozobax, Ozobax DS | Botox, Botox Cosmetic | |
Half Life The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. | ||
6.8 hours |
N/A |
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CSA Schedule ** View glossary of terms | ||
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Pregnancy Category | ||
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
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Drug Interactions | ||
A total of 365 drugs are known to interact with baclofen:
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A total of 119 drugs are known to interact with onabotulinumtoxinA:
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Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions | ||
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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Disease Interactions | ||
First Approval Date | ||
November 22, 1977 |
December 09, 1991 |
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WADA Class View World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. | ||
N/A |
N/A |
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More Information | ||
Patient resources | ||
Professional Resources | ||
Related Treatment Guide | ||
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
Further information
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