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Orphenadrine Injection Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Orphenadrine citrate 60mg; per 2mL; contains sulfites.
Pharmacological Class
Anticholinergic.
How Supplied
Contact supplier
Manufacturer
Orphenadrine Injection Indications
Indications
Painful musculoskeletal conditions.
Orphenadrine Injection Dosage and Administration
Adult
60mg IM or IV every 12hrs.
Children
Not recommended.
Orphenadrine Injection Contraindications
Contraindications
Glaucoma. Achalasia. GU or GI obstruction. Myasthenia gravis.
Orphenadrine Injection Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Orphenadrine Injection Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Coronary disease, insufficiency, or arrhythmias. Asthma (inj). Monitor blood, urine, and liver in long-term use. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Orphenadrine Injection Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Orphenadrine Injection Interactions
Interactions
Potentiates anticholinergics, alcohol, other CNS depressants, MAOIs, antidepressants. Tremors, mental confusion with propoxyphene. Antagonizes steroids, barbiturates, phenylbutazone.
Orphenadrine Injection Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Tachycardia, transient dizziness or syncope, other anticholinergic effects (eg, weakness, increased intraocular pressure, urinary retention, blurred vision, dry mouth), GI upset.
Orphenadrine Injection Clinical Trials
See Literature
Orphenadrine Injection Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Norflex.
Orphenadrine Injection Patient Counseling
See Literature
