Re: [TMIC] Baclofen

JHarper33(AT)aol.com
Tue, 15 Jun 1999 22:38:10 EDT

In a message dated 6/14/99 1:51:58 PM EST, dcapen(AT)earthlink.net writes:

> I have been using Baclofen since the onset of TM. My neurologist has
> prescribed it not only for spasticity, but mainly for bladder retention.
It
> is supposed to prevent the spasticity of the bladder muscles, helping them
to
> relax and make it easier to void, also cutting down on the need to
post-void
> catheterize.
> Debbie
> dcapen(AT)earthlink.net
>
>

Baclofen worked too well on my bladder -- had to stop using it because of
increased urinary frequency. It didn't seem to be doing much for me
otherwise. But I know it does help many. Funny how different things work
differently for different people.

Barbara H.