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Orphex

Orphex

orphenadrine + paracetamol

Manufacturer:

Nutramedica

Distributor:

Nutramedica
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Paracetamol 450 mg, orphenadrine citrate 35 mg
Indications/Uses
Painful skeletal muscle spasm associated w/ chronic low back pain, sprains & strains, prolapsed intervertebral disc, muscle injury, non-articular rheumatism, whiplash injury, acute torticollis, tension headache, dysmenorrhea & other painful muscular conditions.
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Dosage/Direction for Use
1-2 tab tid.
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Overdosage
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Administration
May be taken with or without food: May be taken w/ meals if GI discomfort occurs.
Contraindications
Glaucoma; myasthenia gravis; prostatic hypertrophy or bladder neck obstruction. Childn <12 yr.
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Special Precautions
Cardiac arrhythmias, tachycardia, cardiac decompensation, coronary insufficiency. Monitor blood, urine & liver function w/ prolonged use. May impair the ability to drive or operate machinery. Pregnancy & lactation.
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Adverse Reactions
Dry mouth, nausea, constipation, tachycardia, palpitation, urinary hesitancy or retention, blurred vision, mydriasis, increased ocular tension, weakness, headache, dizziness & drowsiness.
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Drug Interactions
Increased paracetamol absorption w/ metoclopramide & domperidone. Decreased paracetamol absorption w/ cholestyramine. May increase risk of bleeding w/ warfarin & coumarins. Increased anticholinergic side effects w/ other anticholinergic drugs. Additive CNS effects w/ propoxyphene. Increased bupropion levels. May antagonize actions of centrally-acting anticholinesterases eg, donepezil, galantamine, rivastigmine, tacrine. May decrease levodopa absorption. Increased risk of liver damage w/ alcohol.
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Storage
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Description
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Action
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MIMS Class
Analgesics (Non-Opioid) & Antipyretics / Muscle Relaxants
ATC Classification
M03BC51 - orphenadrine, combinations ; Belongs to the class of ethers. Used as centrally-acting muscle relaxants.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Orphex tab
Packing/Price
30's
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