Orphenadrine (Orphenadrine Citrate) - Indications and Dosage

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

Orphenadrine citrate is indicated as an adjunct to rest, physical therapy, and other measures for the relief of discomfort associated with acute, painful musculo-skeletal conditions. The mode of action of this drug has not been clearly identified, but may be related to its analgesic properties. Orphenadrine citrate does not directly relax tense skeletal muscles in man.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

Adults: 2 mL (60 mg) intravenously or intramuscularly - May be repeated every 12 hours. Relief may be maintained by one (100 mg) orphenadrine citrate tablet twice daily.

Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever the solution and container permit.

HOW SUPPLIED

Orphenadrine Citrate Injection USP, 30 mg/mL is available in 2 mL ampules in cartons of 10.

Store at 20º-25ºC (68º-77ºF) [See USP controlled room temperature.] PROTECT FROM LIGHT. DO NOT USE IF PRECIPITATE OCCURS.

Literature revised: October 2005

Product No.: 1108-82

Watson Laboratories, Inc.
Corona, CA 92880 USA

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