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Pronunciation |
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(or
FEN a dreen, AS pir in, & KAF
een) |
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U.S. Brand
Names |
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Norgesic™; Norgesic™
Forte |
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Generic
Available |
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Yes |
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Synonyms |
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Aspirin, Orphenadrine, and Caffeine; Caffeine, Orphenadrine, and
Aspirin |
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Pharmacological Index |
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Skeletal Muscle Relaxant |
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Use |
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Relief of discomfort associated with skeletal muscular
conditions |
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Pregnancy Risk
Factor |
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D |
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Usual Dosage |
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Oral: 1-2 tablets 3-4 times/day |
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Dental Health: Local
Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor
Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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Dental Health:
Effects on Dental Treatment |
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The peripheral anticholinergic effects of orphenadrine may decrease or
inhibit salivary flow; normal salivation will return with cessation of drug
therapy |
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Patient
Information |
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See individual agents. Pregnancy/breast-feeding precautions: Inform
prescriber if you are or intend to be pregnant. Consult prescriber if
breast-feeding. |
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Dosage Forms |
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Tablet: Orphenadrine citrate 25 mg, aspirin 385 mg, and caffeine 30 mg
Tablet: (Norgesic® Forte): Orphenadrine citrate 50 mg,
aspirin 770 mg, and caffeine 60 mg |
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