Baclofen
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Baclofen Definition
A synthetic chlorophenyl-butanoic acid derivative used to treat spasms due to spinal cord damage and multiple sclerosis, muscle-relaxing Baclofen acts as a gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) agonist specific for GABA-B receptors. It acts at spinal and supraspinal sites, reducing excitatory transmission. (NCI04)
Baclofen Synonyms
Baclofen, 4-Amino-3-(4-chlorophenyl)-butanoic Acid, BA34647, BACLOFEN, Kemstro, Lioresal, beta-(Aminomethyl)-4-chlorobenzenepropanoic Acid
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