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LYVISPAH

Generic: baclofen

Verified·Apr 23, 2026
NDC
64896-076
RxCUI
2586589
Route
ORAL
ICD-10 indication
G35

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About LYVISPAH

What is this medication?

LYVISPAH is a prescription muscle relaxant and antispastic agent that contains the active ingredient baclofen. It is specifically formulated as oral granules and is primarily used to treat spasticity resulting from multiple sclerosis. This medication helps alleviate symptoms such as muscle stiffness, spasms, and cramping, which can improve overall mobility and comfort for patients living with chronic neurological conditions.

In addition to its use for multiple sclerosis, LYVISPAH is also indicated for the treatment of individuals with spinal cord injuries or other spinal cord diseases. By acting on the central nervous system, it helps reduce flexor spasms and associated pain, clonus, and muscular rigidity. It is often prescribed for patients who may benefit from its granule formulation, which can be easier to administer than traditional tablets for those with specific swallowing needs.

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  • Patient Copay Amount: $0 (Free medication for eligible individuals)
  • Maximum Annual Benefit Limit: Up to one year of free medication (Specific dollar limit is Not Publicly Available)
  • Core Eligibility Restrictions: Must be a resident of the US, Puerto Rico, or US Virgin Islands; must not have affordable coverage for the prescription; total household income must meet program eligibility requirements; Medicare Part D enrollees must have spent at least 3% of annual household income out-of-pocket on prescription medicines.
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Prescribing information

From the FDA-approved label for LYVISPAH. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Apr 23, 2023

Indications and usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE LYVISPAH is indicated for the treatment of spasticity resulting from multiple sclerosis, particularly for the relief of flexor spasms and concomitant pain, clonus, and muscular rigidity. LYVISPAH may also be of some value in patients with spinal cord injuries and other spinal cord diseases. Limitations of Use LYVISPAH is not indicated in the treatment of skeletal muscle spasm resulting from rheumatic disorders. LYVISPAH is a gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA-ergic) agonist indicated for the treatment of spasticity resulting from multiple sclerosis, particularly for the relief of flexor spasms and concomitant pain, clonus, and muscular rigidity. ( 1 ) LYVISPAH may also be of some value in patient with spinal cord injuries and other spinal cord diseases. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use LYVISPAH is not indicated in the treatment of skeletal muscle spasm resulting from rheumatic disorders. ( 1 )
Dosage and administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Initiate LYVISPAH with a low dosage, preferably in divided doses, administered orally. Increase gradually based on clinical response and tolerability. ( 2.1 ) The maximum dosage is 80 mg daily (20 mg four times a day). ( 2.1 ) LYVISPAH can be taken with or without water. ( 2.2 ) LYVISPAH oral granules can be mixed with soft food for administration within 2 hours. ( 2.2 ) LYVISPAH oral granules can be administered via enteral feeding tubes. ( 2.2 ) When discontinuing, reduce the dose slowly. ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Recommended Dosage Initiate LYVISPAH with a low dosage, preferably in divided doses, administered orally. The following gradually increasing dosage regimen is suggested, but should be adjusted based on clinical response and tolerability: 5 mg three times a day for three days 10 mg three times a day for three days 15 mg three times a day for three days 20 mg three times a day for three days Additional increases may be necessary up to the maximum recommended dosage of 80 mg daily (20 mg four times a day). Multiple packets or multiple strengths can be used to achieve the prescribed dosage. 2.2 Administration Instructions The entire contents of the packet should be emptied into the mouth. The granules will dissolve in the mouth or can be swallowed. LYVISPAH can be taken with liquids or soft foods if needed . Administration with Liquids or Soft Foods LYVISPAH can be administered orally as a mixture with liquids or soft foods, such as apple sauce, yogurt, or pudding. The contents of one packet can be emptied and mixed with up to 15 mL of liquid or soft food. The mixture should be administered no more than 2 hours after mixing. If multiple packets are to be administered, each packet must be mixed with a separate volume of liquid or soft food. Administration via Feeding Tube LYVISPAH can also be administered via enteral feeding tubes such as nasogastric (NG) at sizes 8 FR or higher, gastrostomy (G) at sizes 12 FR or higher, percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) at sizes 14 FR or higher, and gastrojejunostomy (GJ) tubes at sizes 16 FR or higher. Flush the feeding tube with up to 15 mL of water using a catheter tip syringe. Open and empty the full contents of one packet of LYVISPAH in 15 mL of liquid, such as apple juice or milk, in a clean container. Mix the suspension to ensure all granules are wetted. Draw up the suspension of granules into a dosing syringe immediately after mixing and administer the dose via the feeding tube. Administration should be no longer than two hours after mixing. If the syringe is allowed to stand for 15 minutes before administration, invert the syringe three times. Refill the dosing syringe with 15 mL of water and flush the feeding tube. If multiple packets are to be administered, each packet must be mixed with a separate volume of liquid. 2.3 Discontinuation of LYVISPAH When discontinuing LYVISPAH, reduce the dosage slowly and avoid abrupt withdrawal from the drug to help minimize the risk of adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] .
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS LYVISPAH is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to baclofen. Hypersensitivity to baclofen ( 4 )
Warnings and precautions
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Abrupt discontinuation of baclofen has resulted in serious adverse reactions including death; therefore, reduce the dosage slowly when LYVISPAH is discontinued. ( 5.1 ) Neonatal withdrawal symptoms can occur; gradually reduce the dosage and discontinue LYVISPAH before delivery. ( 5.2 ) LYVISPAH can cause drowsiness and sedation. Patients should avoid the operation of automobiles or other dangerous machinery until they know how the drug affects them. Advise patients that the central nervous system effects of LYVISPAH may be additive to those of alcohol and other CNS depressants. ( 5.3 ) LYVISPAH can cause exacerbation of the following: psychotic disorders, schizophrenia, or confusional states; autonomic dysreflexia; epilepsy. Use with caution in patients with these conditions. ( 5.5 , 5.6 , 5.7 ) 5.1 Adverse Reactions from Abrupt Withdrawal of LYVISPAH Abrupt discontinuation of baclofen, regardless of the cause, has resulted in adverse reactions that include hallucinations, seizures, high fever, altered mental status, exaggerated rebound spasticity, and muscle rigidity, that in rare cases has advanced to rhabdomyolysis, multiple organ-system failure, and death. Therefore, reduce the dosage slowly when LYVISPAH is discontinued, unless the clinical situation justifies a rapid withdrawal. 5.2 Neonatal Withdrawal Symptoms Withdrawal symptoms in neonates whose mothers were treated with oral baclofen throughout pregnancy have been reported starting hours to days after delivery. The symptoms of withdrawal in these infants have included increased muscle tone, tremor, jitteriness, and seizure. If the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus and LYVISPAH is continued during pregnancy, gradually reduce the dosage, and discontinue LYVISPAH before delivery. If slow withdrawal is not feasible, advise the parents or caregivers of the exposed neonate of the potential for neonatal withdrawal. 5.3 Drowsiness and Sedation Drowsiness and sedation have been reported in up to 63% of patients taking baclofen, the active ingredient in LYVISPAH [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ]. Patients should avoid operation of automobiles or other dangerous machinery and activities made hazardous by decreased alertness when starting LYVISPAH or increasing the dosage until they know how the drug affects them. Advise patients that the central nervous system depressant effects of LYVISPAH may be an additive to those of alcohol and other CNS depressants. 5.4 Poor Tolerability in Stroke Patients LYVISPAH should be used with caution in patients who have had a stroke. Baclofen has not significantly benefited patients with stroke. These patients have also shown poor tolerability to the drug. 5.5 Exacerbation of Psychotic Disorders, Schizophrenia, or Confusional States LYVISPAH should be used with caution in patients suffering from psychotic disorders, schizophrenia, or confusional states. If treated with LYVISPAH, these patients should be kept under careful surveillance because exacerbations of these conditions have been observed with oral baclofen administration. 5.6 Exacerbation of Autonomic Dysreflexia LYVISPAH should be used with caution in patients with a history of autonomic dysreflexia. The presence of nociceptive stimuli or abrupt withdrawal of LYVISPAH may cause an autonomic dysreflexic episode. 5.7 Exacerbation of Epilepsy LYVISPAH should be used with caution in patients with epilepsy. Deterioration in seizure control has been reported in patients taking baclofen. 5.8 Posture and Balance Effects LYVISPAH should be used with caution in patients where spasticity is utilized to sustain upright posture and balance in locomotion or whenever spasticity is utilized to obtain increased function. 5.9 Ovarian Cysts A dose-related increase in incidence of ovarian cysts was observed in female rats treated chronically with oral baclofen. Ovarian cysts have been found by palpation in about 4% of the multiple sclerosis patients who were treated with oral baclofen for up to one year. In most cases, these cysts disappeared spontaneously while patients continue to receive the drug. Ovarian cysts are estimated to occur spontaneously in approximately 1% to 5% of the normal female population.
Drug interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS 7.1 CNS Depressants and Alcohol LYVISPAH can cause CNS depression, including drowsiness and sedation, which may be an additive when used concomitantly with other CNS depressants or alcohol [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ].
Adverse reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Adverse Reactions from Abrupt Withdrawal of LYVISPAH [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] Neonatal Withdrawal Symptoms [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)] Drowsiness and Sedation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] Poor Tolerability in Stroke Patients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] Exacerbation of Psychotic Disorders, Schizophrenia, or Confusional States [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] Exacerbation of Autonomic Dysreflexia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)] Exacerbation of Epilepsy [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)] Posture and Balance Effects [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8)] Ovarian Cysts [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9)] The most common adverse reactions (up to 15% or more) in patients were drowsiness, dizziness, and weakness. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Amneal Pharmaceuticals at 1-877-835-5472 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The most common adverse reaction is transient drowsiness. In one controlled study of 175 patients, transient drowsiness was observed in 63% of those receiving baclofen compared to 36% of those in the placebo group. Other common adverse reactions (up to 15%) are dizziness and weakness. Adverse reactions with a frequency of ≥1% are listed in Table 1. Table 1. Common (≥1%) Adverse Reactions in Patients Treated with Baclofen for Spasticity ADVERSE REACTION PERCENT Drowsiness 10-63% Dizziness 5-15% Weakness 5-15% Nausea 4-12% Confusion 1-11% Hypotension 0-9% Headache 4-8% Insomnia 2-7% Constipation 2-6% Urinary Frequency 2-6% Fatigue 2-4% The following adverse reactions not included in Table 1, classified by body system, were also reported: Neuropsychiatric: euphoria, excitement, depression, hallucinations, paresthesia, muscle pain, tinnitus, slurred speech, coordination disorder, tremor, rigidity, dystonia, ataxia, blurred vision, nystagmus, strabismus, miosis, mydriasis, diplopia, dysarthria, epileptic seizure Cardiovascular : dyspnea, palpitation, chest pain, syncope Gastrointestinal : dry mouth, anorexia, taste disorder, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and positive test for occult blood in stool Genitourinary : enuresis, urinary retention, dysuria, impotence, inability to ejaculate, nocturia, hematuria Other : rash, pruritus, ankle edema, excessive perspiration, weight gain, nasal congestion The following laboratory tests have been found to be abnormal in patients receiving baclofen: increased SGOT, elevated alkaline phosphatase, and elevation of blood sugar.
Use in pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no adequate data on the risk of major birth defects, miscarriages, or other maternal adverse outcomes associated with the use of LYVISPAH in pregnant women. There are adverse effects on fetal outcomes associated with withdrawal from baclofen after delivery (see Clinical Considerations) . Oral administration of baclofen to pregnant rats resulted in an increased incidence of fetal structural abnormalities at a dose which was also associated with maternal toxicity. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. Clinical Considerations Fetal/Neonatal Adverse Reactions LYVISPAH may increase the risk of late-onset neonatal withdrawal symptoms [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. Data Animal Data Baclofen given orally has been shown to increase the incidence of omphaloceles (ventral hernias) in fetuses of rats given approximately 13 times on a mg/kg basis, or 3 times on a mg/m² basis, the maximum oral dose recommended for human use; this dose also caused reductions in food intake and weight gain in the dams. This abnormality was not seen in mice or rabbits.

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