Helofen (Baclofen 10mg)
Helofen (Baclofen 10mg) is a muscle relaxant and antispastic agent used to treat muscle stiffness, spasms, and tightness caused by various neurological conditions. It works by acting on the central nervous system to relax muscles.
✅ Primary Uses of Helofen (Baclofen 10mg):
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Spasticity from Multiple Sclerosis (MS):
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Reduces muscle stiffness, spasms, and pain in MS patients.
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Spinal Cord Injury or Disease:
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Helps relieve involuntary muscle contractions and stiffness due to trauma or degenerative spinal conditions.
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Cerebral Palsy (in some cases):
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Used to ease muscle tightness and improve mobility in children and adults.
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Stroke-related Spasticity:
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Assists in controlling abnormal muscle tone and spasms following a stroke.
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Alcohol Use Disorder (off-label use):
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Sometimes prescribed to reduce alcohol cravings and withdrawal symptoms (still under research and specialist guidance).
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🧠 How It Works:
Helofen (Baclofen 10mg) mimics gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that inhibits nerve activity in the spinal cord, leading to reduced muscle tone and fewer spasms.