Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER
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Product introduction
Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER is a muscle relaxer. It is used to treat muscular symptoms such as rigidity, tension, and stiffness that may occur due to various conditions such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, motor neuron disease, or injury to the head, brain, or spine.
Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER is used to relieve or reduce increased muscle stiffness in various diseases of the brain
Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER is used to relieve or reduce increased muscle stiffness in various diseases of the brain
Uses of Bacfen Capsule ER
- Muscle relaxation
Benefits of Bacfen Capsule ER
In Muscle relaxation
Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER is a muscle relaxant that is used to relieve rigidity, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect skeletal muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for such symptoms. It effectively relieves muscle stiffness or spasm, thereby improving muscle movement.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Side effects of Bacfen Capsule ER
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Bacfen
- Dizziness
- Convulsion
- Nausea
- Headache
- Sedation
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Hypotonia (decreased muscle tone)
- Agitation
- Constipation
- Increased white blood cell count
- Chills
- Urinary retention
How to use Bacfen Capsule ER
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
- Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER should be taken during meals with a little liquid.
- Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor if you've been on it for a long time.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Gamma Amino Acids Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Skeletal muscle relaxant- Centrally acting
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER
Once A Day
53%
Twice A Day
29%
Thrice A Day
18%
What are you using Bacfen Capsule ER for?
Muscle relaxa*
100%
*Muscle relaxation
How much was the improvement?
Poor
100%
FAQs
Can Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER make you sleepy?
Yes, Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER can cause sleepiness. It can make a person dizzy due to its sedative effect. It can also affect vision and therefore you should avoid driving and using heavy machinery until and unless you know how Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER affects you.
Does Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER help anxiety?
Though Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER is not approved to treat anxiety disorders, it has been observed in some studies that it is effective in treating stress which occurs after a trauma.
Can I take Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER if I have a liver problem?
If you have a liver problem then you need to be cautious while taking Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER. This is because the medicine may increase the production of liver enzymes. Hence, regular laboratory examination of liver enzymes is required while taking this medicine as advised by your doctor.
Does Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER have any effect on kidneys?
Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER may cause side effects in patients with normal kidney function which include excessive day time urination (pollakiuria), burning sensation while urinating (dysuria), and loss of bladder control (urinary incontinence). Generally, a lower dose of this medicine is prescribed if a person has abnormally functioning kidneys or if a person is on dialysis.
How should Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER be taken?
Take Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER exactly as directed by your doctor. If a person experiences nausea while taking Bacfen XL 30 Capsule ER then it should be consumed with food or milk. However, for night cramps, it would be best to use the medicine at night time or 1 hour before doing specific tasks like physiotherapy or washing.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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