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| U.S. Brand
Names |
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| Norgesic™; Norgesic™
Forte |

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| Generic
Available |
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Yes |

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| Synonyms |
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Aspirin, Orphenadrine, and Caffeine; Caffeine, Orphenadrine, and
Aspirin |

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| Pharmacological Index |
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Skeletal Muscle Relaxant |

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| Use |
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Relief of discomfort associated with skeletal muscular
conditions |

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| Pregnancy Risk
Factor |
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D |

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| Usual Dosage |
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Oral: 1-2 tablets 3-4 times/day |

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| Dental Health: Local
Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor
Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |

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| Dental Health:
Effects on Dental Treatment |
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The peripheral anticholinergic effects of orphenadrine may decrease or
inhibit salivary flow; normal salivation will return with cessation of drug
therapy |

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| Patient
Information |
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See individual agents. Pregnancy/breast-feeding precautions: Inform
prescriber if you are or intend to be pregnant. Consult prescriber if
breast-feeding. |

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| Dosage Forms |
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Tablet: Orphenadrine citrate 25 mg, aspirin 385 mg, and caffeine 30 mg
Tablet: (Norgesic® Forte): Orphenadrine citrate 50 mg,
aspirin 770 mg, and caffeine 60 mg |

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