Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's is used to reduce and relieve muscle spasms (excessive tension in the muscles) occurring in various illnesses. Muscle spasm is the sudden involuntary contractions of the muscle, which can be painful and uncomfortable. When the nerve impulses that control the muscle movements are damaged or interrupted, it could lead to muscle spasms.

Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's works on the spinal cord and brain thereby helping in maintaining muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness. Thus Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's reduces muscle spasm in the conditions of multiple sclerosis (a disorder which affects the brain and spinal cord), cerebrovascular accidents (damage to the brain due to lack of blood supply), cerebral palsy (a disorder of movement, posture and muscle tone), spinal cord diseases and other nervous system disorders.

Take Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's with food. You are advised to take Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as sleepiness, drowsiness, nausea, headache, weakness, and dry mouth. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are suggested to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Do not discontinue Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's suddenly as it could lead to unpleasant side-effects such as rigidity, increased heart rate, changes in mood, fever, mental disorders, confusion, hallucinations, and fits (seizures). Consult your doctor before taking Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below 4 years of age and those who weigh below 33 kg. Inform your doctor about all the current medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects. Please speak to your doctor immediately if you experience mood swings or depression or if you have any suicidal thoughts.

Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's belongs to the group of medicines called muscle relaxants used to reduce and relieve the muscle spasms (excessive tension in the muscles) occurring in various illnesses such as multiple sclerosis (a disorder which affects the brain and spinal cord), cerebrovascular accidents (damage to the brain due to lack of blood supply), cerebral palsy (a disorder of movement, posture and muscle tone), spinal cord diseases and other nervous system disorders. Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's works by inhibiting the reflexes at the spinal level, helps in relieving pain and improves muscle movements. Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's is particularly effective for relieving involuntary muscle spasms in the ankle, hip, and knee. Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's also helps in restoring muscle function; however, Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's is not effective for muscle spasms caused by stroke, Parkinson’s disease, or rheumatoid arthritis. Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain, thereby helping in maintaining muscle strength and relieving muscle spasms or stiffness. Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's is used off-label to treat hiccups or Tourette’s syndrome (a nervous problem which causes people to make uncontrollable sudden movements or sounds).

• Sleepiness
• Drowsiness
• Nausea
• Headache
• Weakness
• Dry mouth

Do not take Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents or if you ever had a stomach ulcer. Talk to your doctor before taking Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's if you have kidney or liver problems, mental disorders, breathing difficulty or lung disease, diabetes, difficulty in urination, high blood pressure, Parkinson’s disease, or if you ever had a stroke. Consult your doctor before taking Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Baclova XL 20 Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below four years of age and those who weigh below 33 kg.

• Exercising regularly helps in muscle stretching so that they are less likely to spasm, tear, and sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.

• Massages can also be helpful.

• Avoid extremely cold and hot temperatures.

• Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes, instead, wear loose garments.

• Rest well, get plenty of sleep.

• To avoid developing pressure sores, change your position at least every two hours.

• Hot or cold therapy can be helpful in treating muscle spasms. Apply an ice-pack or hot-pack on the muscle for 15-20minutes.

• Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water.