Author Details
Written By
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated
15 Dec 2024 | 01:13 AM (IST)

We provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

Want to know more

Have issue with the content?

Report Problem

Liofen Liquid

Prescription Required
SALT COMPOSITION
Storage
Store below 30°C
arrow
arrow

Product introduction

Liofen Liquid 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.

Liofen Liquid can be taken with food. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.

Some common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, weakness, drowsiness, and dizziness. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.

To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Uses of Liofen Oral Solution

  • Muscle relaxation

Benefits of Liofen Oral Solution

In Muscle relaxation

Liofen Liquid 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.

Side effects of Liofen Oral Solution

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 Liofen

  • 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 Liofen Oral Solution

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Liofen Liquid is to be taken with food.

How Liofen Oral Solution works

Liofen Liquid 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
Liofen Liquid may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Liofen Liquid 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
Liofen Liquid 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
Liofen Liquid may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Liofen Liquid should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Liofen Liquid may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Liofen Liquid should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Liofen Liquid may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Liofen Oral Solution?

If you miss a dose of Liofen Liquid, 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Liofen Liquid provides relief from rigidity, tension and stiffness in muscles (spasticity) that may occur due to various conditions affecting the nervous system.
  • Liofen Liquid should be taken during meals with a little liquid.
  • Liofen Liquid 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 Liofen Liquid 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

Interaction with drugs

Taking Liofen with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation, and confusion. Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Concurrent use may make you feel more drowsy and increase the risk of serious breathing problems. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your respiratory and card... More
Concurrent use may cause low blood pressure. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, nausea, fatigue, confusion, cold o... More
Concurrent use may cause low blood pressure. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, nausea, fatigue, confusion, cold o... More
Concurrent use may cause low blood pressure. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, nausea, fatigue, confusion, cold o... More

Patient concerns

arrow
She suffering with MCA stroke. Paralyzed with right hand and leg. She cannot walk own. Her right hand getting stiff i need a solution.
Dr. Vikas Sharma
Neurology
Tab liofen 5 mg bd Physio
Suffering with brainhamerage and paralyses from June 2016. this time normal condition but my both arm with shoulder has pain from 2 month
Dr. Vikas Sharma
Neurology
start tab liofen 5 mg hs; show to neuro
arrow

User feedback


FAQs

Can Liofen Liquid make you sleepy?

Yes, Liofen Liquid 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 Liofen Liquid affects you.

Does Liofen Liquid help anxiety?

Though Liofen Liquid 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 Liofen Liquid if I have a liver problem?

If you have a liver problem then you need to be cautious while taking Liofen Liquid. 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 Liofen Liquid have any effect on kidneys?

Liofen Liquid 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 Liofen Liquid be taken?

Take Liofen Liquid exactly as directed by your doctor. If a person experiences nausea while taking Liofen Liquid 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.

Want to share the information?

Disclaimer:

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

  1. White PF, Katzung BG. Skeletal Muscle Relaxants. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 463.
  2. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 121-23.
  3. Baclofen. Camberley, Surrey: Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd.; 2001 [revised 22 Dec. 2017]. [Accessed 23 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. Drugs.com. Baclofen Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  5. Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  6. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  7. Baclofen [Package Leaflet]. Basel, Switzerland: Novartis Pharma AG; 2021. [Accessed 09 Jun, 2023] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: July, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Liofen Liquid. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

In case of any issues, contact us

Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

178.5215Get 17% OFF
161.7+ free shipping withCare Plan Logo
Inclusive of all taxes
This offer price is valid on orders above ₹1800. Apply coupon HEALTHALL on the cart. Max. coupon discount is ₹380. T&C apply.
100.0 ml in 1 bottle
Add to cart
Cash on delivery available
Get it delivered in 30 mins
Delivering to:
122019, GurgaonDown Arrow Icon

Additional offers

Airtel Payments Bank: Pay with Airtel Payments Bank and get 10% cashback up to Rs. 200 cashback on a minimum transaction of ₹1000. Valid only for first-time users for Airtel Payments Bank Savings Bank accounts.
Show more show_more

INDIA’S LARGEST HEALTHCARE PLATFORM

260m+
Visitors
31m+
Orders Delivered
1800+
Cities
Get the link to download App
Reliable

All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies. All labs listed on the platform are accredited

Secure

Tata 1mg uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) 128-bit encryption and is Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliant

Affordable

Find affordable medicine substitutes, save up to 50% on health products, up to 80% off on lab tests and free doctor consultations.

LegitScript approved
India's only LegitScript and ISO/ IEC 27001:2022 certified online healthcare platform

Know more about Tata 1mgdownArrow

Access medical and health information

Tata 1mg provides you with medical information which is curated, written and verified by experts, accurate and trustworthy. Our experts create high-quality content about medicines, diseases, lab investigations, Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products, Ayurvedic herbs/ingredients, and alternative remedies.

Order medicines online

Get free medicine home delivery in over 1800 cities across India. You can also order Ayurvedic, Homeopathic and other Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products. Your safety is our top priority. All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies.

Book lab tests

Book any lab tests and preventive health packages from certified labs and get tested from the comfort of your home. Enjoy free home sample collection, view reports online and consult a doctor online for free.

Consult a doctor online

Got a health query? Consult doctors online from the comfort of your home for free. Chat privately with our registered medical specialists to connect directly with verified doctors. Your privacy is guaranteed.