Aspirin, caffeine, and orphenadrine
Generic name: aspirin, caffeine, and orphenadrine [ AS-pir-in, KAF-feen, and-or-FEN-a-dreen ]
Brand names: Norgesic Forte, Orphengesic Forte, Norgesic, Orphengesic
Dosage form: oral tablet (770 mg-60 mg-50 mg)
Drug class:Skeletal muscle relaxant combinations
What is aspirin, caffeine, and orphenadrine?
Aspirin, caffeine, and orphenadrine is a combination medicine that is used together with rest and physical therapy to treat painful muscular conditions.
Aspirin, caffeine, and orphenadrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use aspirin, caffeine, and orphenadrine if you are allergic to aspirin, caffeine, or orphenadrine, or if you have:
a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines);
a bladder obstruction or other urination problems;
problems with the muscles in your esophagus (the tube that connects your mouth and stomach).
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
a stomach ulcer; or
a bleeding or blood clotting disorder.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not give this medicine to anyone with a fever, flu symptoms, or chickenpox. Aspirin can cause Reye's syndrome, a serious and sometimes fatal condition.
Aspirin, caffeine, and orphenadrine is not approved for use by anyone younger than 12 years old.
How should I take aspirin, caffeine, and orphenadrine?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
If you use this medicine long-term, you may need frequent medical tests.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.
