Orphenadrine, Aspirin, and Caffeine

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Orphenadrine, Aspirin, and Caffeine

	Pronunciation
	U.S. Brand Names
	Generic Available
	Synonyms
	Pharmacological Index
	Use

	Pregnancy Risk Factor
	Usual Dosage
	Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions
	Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment
	Patient Information
	Dosage Forms

Pronunciation

(or FEN a dreen, AS pir in, & KAF een)

U.S. Brand Names

Norgesic™; Norgesic™ Forte

Generic Available

Yes

Synonyms

Aspirin, Orphenadrine, and Caffeine; Caffeine, Orphenadrine, and Aspirin

Pharmacological Index

Skeletal Muscle Relaxant

Use

Relief of discomfort associated with skeletal muscular conditions

Pregnancy Risk Factor

Usual Dosage

Oral: 1-2 tablets 3-4 times/day

Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions

No information available to require special precautions

Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

The peripheral anticholinergic effects of orphenadrine may decrease or inhibit salivary flow; normal salivation will return with cessation of drug therapy

Patient Information

See individual agents. Pregnancy/breast-feeding precautions: Inform prescriber if you are or intend to be pregnant. Consult prescriber if breast-feeding.

Dosage Forms

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