bioten 20 tablet

4.4 (13 reviews)

Baclofen (20mg)

🏭 Holy Evolution Pharma 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 21, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 21, 2026

What is bioten 20 tablet used for?

Alcofen 10 Tablet (Baclofen) is used to treat PAIN ANALGESICS. It contains Baclofen (20mg), which GABA-B receptor agonist; inhibits monosynaptic and polysynaptic reflexes at spin. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Baclofen
Manufacturer: Holy Evolution Pharma
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: C
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 bioten 20 tablet Uses & Benefits

Spasticity in multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy

Off-label uses: Alcohol dependence, trigeminal neuralgia, gastroesophageal reflux disease

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Baclofen
Brand Name	Alcofen 10 Tablet
Manufacturer	Holy Evolution Pharma
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class	Skeletal muscle relaxant- Centrally acting
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at 20-25°C, protect from light and moisture
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract

DistributionWidely distributed; crosses blood-brain barrier

Protein Binding30%

MetabolismHepatic (minimal)

Half-Life2.5-4 hours

ExcretionRenal (85% unchanged)

Bioavailability70-85%

Onset of Action1-2 hours

Peak Plasma Time2-3 hours

Duration of Action4-8 hours

How It Works

GABA-B receptor agonist; inhibits monosynaptic and polysynaptic reflexes at spinal level

Mechanism Steps

1Baclofen binds to GABA-B receptors on presynaptic terminals in the spinal cord

2Activation of GABA-B receptors inhibits calcium influx and reduces neurotransmitter release

3Decreased excitatory neurotransmitter release reduces monosynaptic and polysynaptic reflex activity

💡 How to Take bioten 20 tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of bioten 20 tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Drowsiness
Dizziness
Weakness
Fatigue
Nausea

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Respiratory depression
Seizures
Hallucinations
Hypotension

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Hepatotoxicity
Rash
Urinary retention
Paradoxical spasticity

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
CNS depressants	Major	Enhanced sedation and respiratory depression
Alcohol	Major	Increased CNS depression
Tricyclic antidepressants	Major	Increased muscle relaxation and sedation
MAO inhibitors	Major	Hypotension and CNS depression
Antihypertensives	Moderate	Additive hypotensive effect
Lithium	Moderate	Increased risk of neurotoxicity
Carbamazepine	Moderate	Decreased baclofen levels
Ibuprofen	Minor	No significant interaction
Acetaminophen	Minor	No significant interaction

🚨 Major Interactions

CNS depressants
Alcohol
Tricyclic antidepressants
MAO inhibitors

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Antihypertensives
Lithium
Carbamazepine

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Ibuprofen
Acetaminophen

🍽️ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

Increased CNS depression; avoid concurrent use

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to baclofen, severe psychiatric disorders, epilepsy (unless controlled)

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Renal function, CNS depression, muscle tone, liver function

🤱 Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; use with caution

💊 Overdose Management

Supportive care; activated charcoal; consider physostigmine for severe anticholinergic effects

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 21, 2026

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

⭐ User Reviews

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026