How to Pronounce Baclofen (Lioresal)
BAK-loe-fen
IPA: /ˈbæk.lɒɛ.fɛn/
Brand name: Lioresal
BAK
loe
fen
Baclofen is pronounced BAK-loe-fen
How do you pronounce Baclofen?
Baclofen is pronounced “BAK-loe-fen”. It has 3 syllables: bak ‑ loe ‑ fen. The stress falls on the first syllable, “bak”.
How many syllables are in Baclofen?
Baclofen has 3 syllables: bak ‑ loe ‑ fen.
What does Baclofen mean?
Baclofen is a GABA-B receptor agonist used for spasticity from spinal cord injury and multiple sclerosis. It inhibits spinal reflexes to reduce muscle tone and spasm.
Word Parts
prefix
ba-
beta-amino
root
clo-
chloro group
suffix
-fen
phenyl compound
Common Mispronunciations
Sometimes said "ba-KLOE-fen" — stress on BAK: BAK-loe-fen
Where You'll Encounter This
Acute musculoskeletal spasm. Relieves acute musculoskeletal spasm. Usually prescribed short-term.
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