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Orphenadrine is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Orphenadrine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Orphenadrine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Orphenadrine is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Orphenadrine safe for pregnant women?
Orphenadrine may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Orphenadrine again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Orphenadrine safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Orphenadrine. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Orphenadrine on the Kidneys?
Orphenadrine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Orphenadrine on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Orphenadrine on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Orphenadrine on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Orphenadrine on the heart have been reported.
Orphenadrine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Orphenadrine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orphenadrine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Orphenadrine is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Orphenadrine as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Orphenadrine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Orphenadrine can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Orphenadrine
You can take Orphenadrine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orphenadrine
Consumption of alcohol and Orphenadrine together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 433
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Norflex™ (orphenadrine citrate)