The name Katherine is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Katherine is: Pure, clear. Form of the Latin 'Katharina', from the Greek 'Aikaterina'. It was borne by a number of saints, including St Catherine of Alexandria, a 4th century martyr who suffered torture on a spiked wheel.
How does baclofen work? The exact mechanism by which baclofen works to control spasticity is not known. However, it is known that baclofen inhibits nerve reflex signaling in the spine and other nerve sites. In studies with animals, baclofen has been shown to have a CNS depressant effect. In tablet form, baclofen is taken orally (by mouth).
Most drugs used for GERD have no effect on non-acid reflux, such as the backup of bile. Baclofen is commonly used to reduce muscle spasms. Studies are now showing that it can reduce both acid and non-acid reflux episodes and increase LES pressure, an important factor for preventing acid backup.