What do u know about BACLOFEN (LIORESAL)?

[Xsane]

My Dr just prescribed me this medication for back spasms. Are they Euphoric as in get me high to the point of abusive traits? SInce I just came off Methadone - I dont need something liket that?
Only thing I know about it is, I cant stop this medication suddenly, its a taper drung.

Thx all.

X~

[Bluedavi]

Yes it does I have a prescription and did a 10 panel test which tested for benzos. Showed positive for sure.

[Bluedavi]

More info I do not take any nerve medication at all I was surprised it showed as a benzo so happy I have a prescription I have a possible pre emplyment test coming up.  My advise to everyone go ahead and buy yourself a home drug test.  I bought a 10 panel, test yourself be prepared know your positive or negative results before hand

[clean_in_ks]

Since Baclofen is NOT a benzo and is NOT a controlled substance, it would be wise to take your Baclofen prescription bottle with you to clarify any false test results.  Baclofen hits the GABA receptors which may be why it showed up as a benzo on the drug test; but since it is not an addictive or controlled medication, should be no problem in explaining your situation.

[clean_in_ks]

Just in case someone doesn't read the above reply  to KT4444 that was posted clear back in April of 2017, wanted to clarify exactly what Baclofen is:  a muscle relaxer that is often prescribed for spasticity in MS patients as well as some with spinal chord injuries.  It was prescribed to me after 2 spinal fusion surgeries but I did not find it effective.

[Mrboltzllc9]

Does baclifyn come up as a benzo on a urine test

[KT4444]

Yes it does. I know from experience.

[lollie602]

is baclofen considered a narcotic, will it show up on a drug tox panel?

[KT4444]

Yes it does. Just tested positive for benzodiazepines and I only take Baclofen. Doctors told me not to worry about it. But definitely shows as a benzodiazepine. It isn't an controlled substance but is a benzodiazepine

[clean_in_ks]

I realize this is an old post, but just in case someone should come across it one day, wanted to CORRECT this information.  Baclofen is NOT a benzodiazepine.  It is a muscle relaxer that is prescribed a lot for MS and muscle spasms.  It is also prescribed for some spinal chord injuries.  It is NOT a controlled substance/scheduled drug.  It is NOT a benzo either.  It hits the GABA receptors in the brain.  So if it shows up as a benzo on a drug test, it is an error and you should ask for clarification.

[madtram]

The reason it can work for alcoholics is the GABA effect which has a similar chemical pathway to the one in alcohol.   For this reason, it is also more prone to be abused by people who have had problems with alcohol. Taken at prescribed doses, it can ward off alcohol cravings with minimal side effects.

I hope it helps with your back pain.

[Xsane]

Ive been reading a lot about that as well. My prediction is though, that if it keeps Alcoholics at bay, there must be some sort of element of Mood altering effect? Atleast I would think?
I'll find out soon enough, will be picking up my script in a couple hours...

[scaredoutofmymind333]

I saw a documentary on a pay channel (hbo) about addiction 2 years ago, and they stated that baclofen had the potential to help addicts control thier addictive behavior, and at that point it was still in the testing stages for that use. I talked to a drug and alcohol counselor about the documentary right after I saw it, and he confirmed that it was being tested and was sometimes helpful in controlling addictive behavior. Just something that I saw on baclofen a few years ago and wanted to pass on.

[Xsane]

Hey thanks everyone. I really appreciate the background. I myself had been trying to read up on it and couldn't come up with anything of an issue either.
The whole Coma and Seizure thing bothers me though - haha, dont want either of those to happen, but I'll try and stick with the prescribed dosage and instructions...

thx

[NearlyInsane]

I took it for years, never felt a thing.  Not sure it even helped w/ the muscle spasms, actually.  But I didn't take more than was prescribed.  That might give you a buzz; I suppose most things do if you take enough of them.  But if you take it as prescribed you should be ok.  Soma is the muscle relaxer to avoid - it does give you a high, & is considered highly addictive.

[madtram]

Baclofen enhances the action of GABA on neurons so it turns down nerve impulses.   It's not generally regarded as having high abuse potential but does seem to hit that spot for some.  Alcohol also acts on GABA for example so alcoholics may be prone to abuse baclofen.

I have a close relative who o'd on her prescribed baclofen & ended up in a coma so it's not a drug that you want to take more than prescribed.

It can be effective as an antispasmodic, so worth a try as long as you proceed with caution.

It needs to be tapered from as all do all GABA acting drugs, (e.g.anti-seizure meds; alcohol; benzos) as a sudden change in GABA levels can trigger seizures.

Best wishes.

[quitinoxys]

Xsane this drug doesn't look like there is a potenetial for abuse, but if used over a prolong period it must be tapered. If you have a problem with this drug talk to your doctor and tell him your concerns. Also do some research on it below is a link describing this drug:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lioresal

Rick