orphenadrine/aspirin/caffeine - oral, Norgesic

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GENERIC NAME: ORPHENADRINE/ASPIRIN/CAFFEINE - ORAL (or-FEN-uh-dreen/AS-pir-in/KAF-een)

BRAND NAME(S): Norgesic

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USES: This medication is a combination of orphenadrine, aspirin, and caffeine. It provides temporary relief of pain and discomfort from muscle injuries such as strains, sprains, and spasms. It is usually used along with rest, physical therapy, and other treatments (e.g., nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication).Orphenadrine relaxes tight muscles and relieves pain, cramping, and stiffness so you can move around more and get back to doing your daily activities. Orphenadrine belongs to a class of drugs called muscle relaxants. Aspirin helps decrease pain and swelling. Caffeine may help increase the effects of aspirin on pain.

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