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Indications / Uses
NORGESIC FORTE is used for the relief of painful skeletal muscle spasm associated with chronic low back pain, sprains and strains, prolapsed intervertebral disc, muscle injury, non-articular rheumatism (fibrositis, myositis and myalgia) whiplash injuries, acute torticollis, tension headache, dysmenorrhea and other acute or chronic painful muscular conditions.
Side-effects
NORGESIC FORTE common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, and lightheadedness. It can also cause dry mouth, blurred vision, and gastrointestinal upset such as nausea or vomiting. Less common side effects may include constipation, difficulty urinating, and allergic reactions. If you experience any unusual or severe side effects, seek medical advice.
Dosage / Direction
Norgesic: 1-2 tablets three times a day or as prescribed by the physician.
Norgesic Forte: 1 tablet three times a day. In severe cases increase to a maximum of 2 tablets three times daily or as prescribed by the physician. Not recommended for children under the age of twelve.
Contraindications
Patients with glaucoma, prostatic hypertrophy or obstruction at the bladder neck or myasthenia gravis.
Special Precautions
Orphenadrine may impair the ability of the patient to engage in potentially hazardous activities such as operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle.
Use with caution in patients with tachycardia, cardiac decompensation, coronary insufficiency, cardiac arrhythmias.
Safety of continuous long-term therapy with orphenadrine has not been established. If orphenadrine is prescribed for prolonged use, periodic monitoring of blood, urine and liver function is recommended.
Is it safe to take it with other drugs?
Amantadine, some antihistamines, butyrophenones and phenothiazines and tricyclic antidepressants may increase the antimuscarinic effects of orphenadrine. Orphenadrine may affect the absorption of other drugs.
How should I store it?
Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.
Features
- Orphenadrine
- Paracetamol
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