Ozobax - baclofen oral solution
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OZOBAX FDA-approved oral liquid baclofen

OZOBAX Patients: Smiling patient with doctorA flexible 5mg/5mL oral solution

OZOBAX is an oral solution prescribed to patients with spasticity resulting from Multiple Sclerosis (MS), particularly for the relief of flexor spasms and concomitant pain, clonus, and muscular rigidity.2

OZOBAX may also be of some value in patients with spinal cord injuries and other spinal cord diseases.2

Limitations of Use: OZOBAX is not indicated in the treatment of skeletal muscle spasm resulting from rheumatic disorders.2

 

References:

  1. U.S. Food & Drug Administration. Orange Book: Approved Drug Products with Therapeutic Equivalence Evaluations. Accessed January 9, 2020.
  2. OZOBAX [prescribing information]. Athens, GA: Metacel Pharmaceuticals, LLC; 2019.

Important Safety Information

OZOBAX® is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to baclofen.

Abrupt discontinuation of baclofen has resulted in serious adverse reactions including death; therefore, reduce the dosage slowly when OZOBAX is discontinued.

Neonatal withdrawal symptoms can occur; gradually reduce the dosage and discontinue OZOBAX before delivery.

OZOBAX can cause drowsiness and sedation. Patients should avoid the operation of machinery until they know how the drug affects them. Advise patients that the central nervous system effects of OZOBAX may be additive to those of alcohol and other CNS depressants.

OZOBAX should be used with caution in patients who have had a stroke.

OZOBAX can cause exacerbation of the following: psychotic disorders, schizophrenia, or confusional states; autonomic dysreflexia; epilepsy. Use with caution in patients with these conditions.

The most common adverse reactions (>1%) in patients treated with baclofen for spasticity are drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, nausea, confusion, hypotension, headache, insomnia, constipation, urinary frequency and fatigue.

You are encouraged to report adverse reactions to Metacel Pharmaceuticals, LLC at 1-833-469-6229 or to the FDA:  www.fda.gov/medwatch or 1-800-FDA-1088.

Please see the accompanying Full Prescribing Information.