Definition

A medication that helps to relax muscles and reduce spasms, often used for conditions like multiple sclerosis.

Example

The doctor prescribed baclofen to help manage the patient's muscle spasms.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of baclofen?

Yes, I think it’s used to help with muscle spasms, right?

Exactly! I read that it can be really effective for conditions like multiple sclerosis.

That makes sense. It’s great that there are medications like baclofen to help people manage their symptoms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'baclofen' is derived from 'bac' (from the name of the drug's chemical structure, which is related to the amino acid 'baclofen') and '-lofen' (a suffix used in pharmacology to denote a class of drugs). The term refers to a specific muscle relaxant medication that acts on the central nervous system.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bac' as part of the chemical structure and '-lofen' as a common ending for medications, helping you remember that baclofen is a drug used to relax muscles.

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