Drug details

Orphengesic (orphenadrine citrate, asprin and caffeine tablets)

type of Analgesics, Other Combos

Orphengesic (orphenadrine citrate, aspirin and caffeine) is a combination muscle relaxant, pain reliever, and stimulant used for relief of mild to moderate pain of acute musculoskeletal disorders. Orphengesic is also used as an adjunct to rest, physical therapy, and other measures for the relief of discomfort associated with acute painful musculoskeletal conditions. The brand name Orphengesic is discontinued, but generic versions may be available.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• nausea
• dizziness
• vomiting
• hives
•  headache
•  dry mouth
• constipation
• drowsiness
• blurred vision
• weakness
• rapid heart rate
• palpitation
• urinary hesitancy or retention
• dilation of the pupils
• confusion (more common in the elderly)
• excitability
• lightheadedness, or
• fainting

The following drugs are related to Orphengesic, either as a replacement or used together:

• Orphenadrine Citrate (orphenadrine citrate for injection)