Question 1

What is Orphenadrine Citrate used for?

Accepted Answer

Muscle pain, muscle stiffness, muscle spasms, back pain, body pain from muscle injuries, neck pain

Question 2

How do you take Orphenadrine Citrate?

Accepted Answer

Adults usually take one 100 mg tablet twice a day — one in the morning and one in the evening. You can take it with or without food, but taking it with food may help if it upsets your stomach. Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water. In Nigeria, you may find it as Norpiflex Tablet or Orphetab 100 mg Tablet.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Orphenadrine Citrate?

Accepted Answer

Dry mouth, feeling sleepy or drowsy, dizziness, blurred vision, mild stomach upset

Question 4

Who should not take Orphenadrine Citrate?

Accepted Answer

People with glaucoma (high pressure in the eye), people with difficulty urinating or enlarged prostate, people with myasthenia gravis (a condition causing severe muscle weakness), people allergic to orphenadrine, and people with stomach ulcers or blockage in the digestive system.

Question 5

Is Orphenadrine Citrate safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Orphenadrine is not confirmed safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding — do not use it unless your doctor specifically tells you to.

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