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Norflex


Generic Name: Orphenadrine Injection (ore-FEN-uh-dreen)
Brand Name: Norflex

Norflex is used for:

Treating short-term painful musculoskeletal conditions. This medication should be used with rest, physical therapy, and other measures. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Norflex is a skeletal muscle relaxant. It works by helping to relax your muscles and decrease pain.

Do NOT use Norflex if:

  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Norflex
  • you have glaucoma, stomach or intestinal blockage, stomach ulcers, a blockage of your bladder, certain problems with your esophagus (eg, decreased esophageal motility or severe irritation caused by reflux), enlargement of the prostate, ulcerative colitis, or myasthenia gravis

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Norflex :

Some medical conditions may interact with Norflex . 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 (eg, sulfites)
  • if you have kidney disease, bladder problems, liver disease, or the blood disease porphyria
  • if you have a history of heart problems or fast or irregular heartbeat

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Norflex . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

  • Digoxin or propoxyphene because the actions and side effects of these medicines may be increased
  • Phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine) because the effectiveness of these medicines may be decreased

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Norflex 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 Norflex :

Use Norflex as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

  • Norflex is usually administered as an injection at your doctor"s office, hospital, or clinic. If you are using Norflex at home, carefully follow the injection procedures taught to you by your health care provider.
  • If Norflex contains particles or is discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged in any way, do not use it.
  • Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and away from pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Dispose of properly after use. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain local regulations for proper disposal.
  • If you miss a dose of Norflex , use 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 use 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Norflex .

Important safety information:

  • Norflex may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Norflex . Using Norflex alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
  • If dizziness occurs, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Also, sit or lie down at the first sign of dizziness, lightheadedness, or weakness.
  • Some of these products contain sulfites, which can cause allergic reactions in certain individuals (eg, asthma patients). If you have previously had allergic reactions to sulfites, contact your pharmacist to determine if the product you are taking contains sulfites.
  • LAB TESTS, including blood counts, kidney function, and liver function, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
  • Use Norflex with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
  • Norflex is not recommended for use in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
  • PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant while taking Norflex , discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Norflex during pregnancy. It is unknown if Norflex is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Norflex , check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Norflex :

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:

Agitation; blurred vision; constipation; dizziness or lightheadedness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; large pupils; 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); chills, fever, or sore throat; confusion; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; pain, swelling, or redness the injection site; tremor; trouble urinating or inability to urinate.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include fainting; irregular heart rate; loss of consciousness; and seizures.

Proper storage of Norflex :

Store Norflex at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C), in a tightly closed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Norflex out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

  • If you have any questions about Norflex , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
  • Norflex is 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.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Norflex . 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.

Issue Date: November 1, 2006
Database Edition 06.4.1.002
Copyright © 2006 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.




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