noun
- A medication used to relax muscles and reduce muscle spasms, commonly prescribed for conditions such as multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injuries.
Usage: pharmaceutical/medical term; often used in clinical and healthcare contexts
Examples
- The doctor prescribed baclofen to help manage the patient's muscle spasms.
- Baclofen works by blocking signals in the spinal cord that cause muscles to contract.
- Many people with multiple sclerosis use baclofen to reduce stiffness and improve mobility.
- The patient's symptoms improved after starting baclofen therapy.
- Baclofen is available in both oral and intrathecal forms.