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Neuro prescribed baclofen for breakthrough pain from trigeminal neuralgia; is this common? how long will it take to work? what should i expect?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Baclofen: is a muscle relaxer and may have some "off label" benefit in cases of Trigeminal Neuralgia. This condition is a frustrating one and I am sorry you are afflicted ! That being said you are ON THE RIGHT TRACK seeing a NEUROLOGIST and following their suggestions for treatment! Hoping this reassurance is helpful! Dr Z

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Answered 11/28/2017

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