Pronunciation: or-FEN-a-dreen
Generic Name: Orphenadrine
Brand Name: Generic only. No brands available.
Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets are used for:
Short-term treatment of painful muscle conditions. It is used along with rest and physical therapy. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets are a skeletal muscle relaxant. It works by helping to decrease pain, which helps muscles to relax.
Do NOT use Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets
- you have glaucoma, stomach or intestinal blockage, stomach ulcers, a blockage of your bladder, certain esophagus problems (eg, blockage, trouble swallowing), an enlargement of the prostate, or myasthenia gravis
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets:
Some medical conditions may interact with Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have a history of heart problems (eg, fast or irregular heartbeat), stomach or bowel problems (eg, enlarged colon, inflammation), kidney or liver problems, increased eye pressure, or the blood disease porphyria
- if you have trouble urinating
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Potassium tablets or capsules because they may not be able to move through the stomach and bowel as well when taken with Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets
- Propoxyphene because confusion, anxiety, or tremors may occur
- Phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets:
Use Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Take Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets by mouth with or without food.
- Swallow Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.
- If you miss a dose of Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets.
Important safety information:
- Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
- Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting; alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first sign of any of these effects.
- Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
- Lab tests, including complete blood cell counts, kidney function, and liver function, may be performed while you use Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
- Use Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially confusion.
- Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets should not be used in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant while, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets while you are pregnant. It is not known if Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets are found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Possible side effects of Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Blurred vision; constipation; dizziness or lightheadedness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; nausea; stomach irritation or upset; vomiting; weakness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); agitation; chills, fever, or sore throat; confusion; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; severe or persistent tiredness or weakness; tremor; trouble urinating or inability to urinate; unusual bruising or bleeding; vision changes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Orphenadrine side effects (in more detail)
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include fainting; irregular heart rate; loss of consciousness; seizures.
Proper storage of Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets:
Store Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C), in a tightly closed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets are to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Orphenadrine Extended-Release Tablets. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
More Orphenadrine resources
- Orphenadrine Side Effects (in more detail)
- Orphenadrine Dosage
- Orphenadrine Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
- Drug Images
- Orphenadrine Drug Interactions
- Orphenadrine Support Group
- 8 Reviews for Orphenadrine - Add your own review/rating
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