A 20-year-old female patient has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. What drug will most likely be prescribed?
A) Baclofen (Lioresal)
B) Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)
C) Metaxalone (Skelaxin)
D) Orphenadrine (Banflex)
A
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Baclofen is used for treatment of muscle spasticity associated with neuromuscular diseases such as multiple sclerosis. Cyclobenzaprine, metaxalone, and orphenadrine are used for relief of discomfort associated with painful, acute musculoskeletal conditions.
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