Orphenadrine Oral Tablet
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Highlights for orphenadrine
Orphenadrine is used to treat muscle pain from musculoskeletal conditions. It’s used with rest, physical therapy, and other treatments.
This drug is available as an extended-release tablet you take by mouth. It’s also available as intravenous (IV) and intramuscular (IM) injections, which are only given by a healthcare provider.
Orphenadrine is only available as a generic drug.
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What is orphenadrine?
This drug is a prescription drug. It’s available as an extended-release oral tablet. An extended-release tablet releases the drug into your body slowly. This drug is also available as intravenous (IV) and intramuscular (IM) injections, which are only given by a healthcare provider.
Orphenadrine is only available as a generic drug.
This drug may be used as part of a combination therapy. This means you may need to take it with other medications.
Why it's used
This drug is used to treat muscle pain from musculoskeletal conditions. It’s used with rest, physical therapy, and other treatments.
How it works
This drug belongs to a class of drugs called anticholinergic drugs.
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Orphenadrine Side Effects
More common side effects
The more common side effects of orphenadrine can include:
dry mouth
fast heart rate
trouble urinating
blurry vision
dialated pupils
higher blood pressure in your eyes
weakness
nausea
vomiting
headache
dizziness
constipation
drowsiness
itching, hoves, or rash on your skin
If these effects are mild, they may go away within a few days or a couple of weeks. If they’re more severe or don’t go away, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Serious side effects
Call your doctor right away if you have serious side effects. Call 9-1-1 if your symptoms feel life-threatening or if you think you’re having a medical emergency. Serious side effects and their symptoms can include the following:Nervous system side effects. Symptoms can include:
- hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren’t really there)
- agitation
- anxiousness
- irritation
- confusion
- tremors
Anemia. Symptoms can include:
- weakness
- fast heart rate
Orphenadrine May Interact with Other Medications
Orphenadrine can interact with other medications, vitamins, or herbs you may be taking. An interaction is when a substance changes the way a drug works. This can be harmful or prevent the drug from working well.
To help avoid interactions, your doctor should manage all of your medications carefully. Be sure to tell your doctor about all medications, vitamins, or herbs you’re taking. To find out how this drug might interact with something else you’re taking, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Alcohol interaction
Drinking alcohol can increase your risk of drowsiness and dizziness from this drug. If you drink alcohol, talk to your doctor.
Medications that might interact with this drug
Interactions that increase your risk of side effectsIncreased side effects from orphenadrine: Taking orphenadrine with certain medications raises your risk of side effects from orphenadrine. This is because the amount of orphenadrine in your body may be increased. Examples of these drugs include:
- Amantadine
- Depression drugs such as bupropion and nortriptyline
- Cyclobenzaprine
- Antihistamines such as diphenhydramine and meclizine
- Sleep drugs such as zaleplon and zolpidem
- Tramadol
- Diazepam
Increased side effects from other drugs: Taking orphenadrine with certain medications raises your risk of side effects from these drugs. Examples of these drugs include:
- Propoxyphene
- Increased side effects can include confusion, anxiety, and tremors. If you have these side effects, your doctor may lower your dosage or stop your treatment with either drug.
People with heart problems
If you have heart failure, reduced blood flow to your heart, or a fast or irregular heart rate, ask your doctor if this drug is safe for you. This drug may make your condition worse.
People with eye problems
This drug can increase the blood pressure in your eyes. You should not use this drug if you have glaucoma. It can make your glaucoma worse. Tell your doctor if you have a history of eye problems before taking this drug.
People with stomach problems
You should not use this drug if you have certain kinds of ulcers or any blockage in your digestive tract. Tell your doctor if you have a history of stomach problems. Your doctor will decide if this drug is safe for you.
People with prostate or bladder problems
You should not use this drug if you have an enlarged prostate or a blockage of your urinary bladder neck. Tell your doctor if you have a history of prostate or bladder problems. Your doctor will decide if this drug is safe for you.
People with myasthenia gravis
You should not use this drug. It can make your condition worse.
Pregnant women
This drug is a category C pregnancy drug. That means two things:
- Research in animals has shown adverse effects to the fetus when the mother takes the drug.
- There haven’t been enough studies done in humans to be certain how the drug might affect a pregnancy.
Talk to your doctor if you’re pregnant or plan to become pregnant. This drug should only be used if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the pregnancy.
Women who are breast-feeding
It isn’t known if this drug passes into breast milk. If it does, it may cause side effects in a child who is breastfed.
Talk to your doctor if you breastfeed your child. You may need to decide whether to stop breastfeeding or stop taking this medication.
For children
This medication has not been studied in children. It should not be used in people younger than 18 years.
When to call the doctor
Call your doctor right away if you become pregnant while taking this drug.
Allegies
This drug can cause a severe allergic reaction. Symptoms can include:
- trouble breathing
- swelling of your throat or tongue
If you have an allergic reaction, call your doctor or local poison control center right away. If your symptoms are severe, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Don’t take this drug again if you’ve ever had an allergic reaction to it. Taking it again could be fatal (cause death).
How to Take orphenadrine (Dosage)
All possible dosages and drug forms may not be included here. Your dosage, drug form, and how often you take the drug will depend on:
- your age
- the condition being treated
- how severe your condition is
- other medical conditions you have
- how you react to the first dose
The dosage information below is for the conditions that orphenadrine is most often prescribed to treat. This list may not contain all conditions that your doctor can prescribe this drug for. If you have questions about your prescription, talk with your doctor.
What are you taking this medication for?
Muscle painGeneric: Orphenadrine
Form: Oral tablet Strength: 100 mg Adult dosage (ages 18 years and older)- Typical starting dosage: 200 mg per day. You’ll take one 100-mg tablet in the morning and one 100-mg tablet in the evening.
This medication has not been studied in children. It should not be used in people younger than 18 years.
Disclaimer: Our goal is to provide you with the most relevant and current information. However, because drugs affect each person differently, we cannot guarantee that this list includes all possible dosages. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always to speak with your doctor or pharmacist about dosages that are right for you. Important considerations for taking this drug