GENERIC NAME: ORPHENADRINE - ORAL (or-FEN-uh-dreen)
BRAND NAME(S): Norflex
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication is used to relieve the pain and discomfort associated with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions.
HOW TO USE: Take this with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Sustained release tablets must be swallowed whole. Do not crush or chew them or the long action will be destroyed and the chance of side effects increased. Take this medication exactly as directed. Do not increase the dose or take it more often or continue taking this for longer than prescribed.
SIDE EFFECTS: Stomach upset, headache, blurred vision, drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, dry mouth, constipation, difficulty urinating or flushing may occur. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop: a rapid heart rate, fainting, fever, breathing difficulties, skin rash, mental confusion, depression. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects. Use caution performing tasks requiring alertness if this medication causes you to feel drowsy. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: kidney disease, liver disease, bladder problems, heart disease, prostate trouble, ulcers, glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, allergies. This medication should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this medication appears in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Limit the use of alcohol while taking this medication since excessive drowsiness or depression can occur.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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