Bacfen 5 Tablet is used for muscle relaxation. It provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) 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 5 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with or after food. Do not stop taking it suddenly without discussing with your doctor.

Fatigue, dizziness, drowsiness and weakness are some of the side effects that might be seen on taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney disease.

Uses of Bacfen Tablet

Muscle relaxation

Side effects of Bacfen Tablet

Common

Fatigue
Weakness
Drowsiness
Dizziness

How to use Bacfen Tablet

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 5 Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Bacfen Tablet works

Bacfen 5 Tablet is a muscle relaxant. It works on the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm maintaining the strength of the muscles. This relieves pain and improves movement of muscles.

Safety Advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Bacfen 5 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Bacfen 5 Tablet 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.

Breastfeeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Bacfen 5 Tablet 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 5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Bacfen 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bacfen 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Bacfen 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bacfen 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Bacfen Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Bacfen 5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick Tips

Bacfen 5 Tablet provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
Take it with or after food or a glass of milk.
Bacfen 5 Tablet 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 5 Tablet 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.

Interaction with Drugs

Taking Bacfen with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Levodopa

Brand(s): Levopa, Bidopal

SERIOUS

Digoxin

Brand(s): Cardisip, Digover, Caxin

MODERATE

Lithium carbonate

Brand(s): Psycolith, Cartil, A Lith

MODERATE

Nimesulide

Brand(s): Nimsun

MODERATE

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Patient Concerns

Road accident. Now cured. Is physiotherapy mandatory after removal of POP??Sir, I met with road accident exactly 63 days ago. Now POP is removed. Still can't walk without walking aid. Doctor told physiotherapy is not required. And not suggested any exercises also for muscle relaxation. Sir, please suggest me , whether I should consult another doctor or exercises not always mandatory

Dr. Akshat Goel

Bone & Joint Specialist

Physiotherapy is not mandatory Home exercises are needed for all cases

My husband is having illicit relationship bcoz of that lot of problems. I am very tensed all the time. Please suggest a medicine to calm down. Thank you

Dr. Ambrish Dharmadhikari

Mental Wellness

We understand your concernWe are here to helpYou are advised to solve problemAs medicine will help you for temporary periodDiscussing with husband and finding solution will calm you downTill then you can do Jacobson Progressive Muscle Relaxation""http://www.healthline.com/health/what-is-jacobson-relaxation-technique#wholebody-technique3Follow this link to find detailed procedure

i have suffering from anxiety problem and blood preasure in high condition

Dr. Ambrish Dharmadhikari

Mental Wellness

Thank you for your question. We understand your concern. I would urge you to consult nearest psychiatrist for assessment and to rule out any anxiety disorder. For anxiety you can do lifestyle modifications. You can practice yoga and meditation. You are advised to exercise regularly and do breathing exercise. Above methods are priceless to reduce anxiety. For relaxation, you can read about Jacobson progressive muscle relaxation" on internet and practice it."

I hv problem of muscle Stiffness and pain. I fill it during morning and after long inactivity. Almost every joint is affected now. (ankle, shoulder , waist, backbone, fingers)

Dr. Akshat Goel

Bone & Joint Specialist

Do Hot Fomentation and apply Dynapar QPS spray and take Tab Myospas-D thrice daily and Cap Nurokind-Gold twice daily and Cap Pansec-DSR once daily empty stomach for 5 daysDo following investigations RA factor, ESR, CRP, S-URIC acid levels and Vitamin-D levels

I have diagnosed with some food allergies(reports attached). When i take food muscles pain starts. I have taken modeslor tablet for about 2 months i felt comfortable with that when i stop taking that muscle pain started again. Should i have to continue this tablet. What diet should i have to take now.Are these allergies related to some kind of liver problem?

Dr. Shikha Mishra

Dietician

please consult dr. for medicine related question.in diet avoid foods which came positive

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User Feedback

Patients taking Bacfen 5 Tablet

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79%

Once A Day

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What are you using Bacfen Tablet for?

Muscle relaxa*

75%

Hiccups

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*Muscle relaxation

How much was the improvement?

Average

44%

Poor

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Excellent

22%

What were the side-effects while using Bacfen 5 Tablet?

Sleepiness

50%

Headache

50%

How do you take Bacfen Tablet?

With food

100%

Please rate Bacfen 5 Tablet on price

Expensive

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FAQs

Q. Can Bacfen make you sleepy?

Yes, Bacfen 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 affects you.

Q. Does Bacfen help anxiety?

Though Bacfen 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.

Q. Can I take Bacfen if I have a liver problem?

If you have a liver problem then you need to be cautious while taking Bacfen. 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.

Q. Does Bacfen have any effect on kidneys?

Bacfen 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 low dose of Bacfen is prescribed if a person has abnormally functioning kidneys or if a person is on dialysis.

Q. How should Bacfen be taken?

Take Bacfen exactly as directed by your doctor. If a person experiences nausea while taking Bacfen 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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References

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Manufacturer/Marketer Address

Icon Life Sciences, Div. Of Mesmer Pharmaceuticals, No.202/6, Lane In.30, Phase-II, IDA, Cherlapally, Hyderabad, 500 051 AP

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