Nchi: Marekani
Lugha: Kiingereza
Chanzo: NLM (National Library of Medicine)
ORPHENADRINE CITRATE (UNII: X0A40N8I4S) (ORPHENADRINE - UNII:AL805O9OG9), ASPIRIN (UNII: R16CO5Y76E) (ASPIRIN - UNII:R16CO5Y76E), CAFFEINE (UNII: 3G6A5W338E) (CAFFEINE - UNII:3G6A5W338E)
Galt Pharmaceuticals, LLC
ORAL
PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Orphengesic Forte (Orphenadrine Citrate, Aspirin and Caffeine 50 mg/ 770 mg/ 60 mg) Tablets are indicated in: - Symptomatic relief of mild to moderate pain of acute musculoskeletal disorders. - The orphenadrine component is indicated as an adjunct to rest, physical therapy, and other measures for the relief of discomfort associated with acute painful musculoskeletal conditions. The mode of action of orphenadrine has not been clearly identified, but may be related to its analgesic properties. Orphengesic Forte Tablets do not directly relax tense muscles in man. Because of the mild anticholinergic effect of orphenadrine, Orphengesic Forte Tablets should not be used in patients with glaucoma, pyloric or duodenal obstruction, achalasia, prostatic hypertrophy or obstructions at the bladder neck. Orphengesic Forte Tablets are also contraindicated in patients with myasthenia gravis and in patients known to be sensitive to aspirin or caffeine. The drug is contraindicated in patients who have demonstrated a previous h
Orphengesic ® Forte Tablets (Orphenadrine Citrate 50 mg, Aspirin 770 mg, and Caffeine 60 mg): Two-layered, white/green capsule shaped, bisected tablets debossed “GA” and “473” with bisect on the white side and plain on the green side are available in bottles of 60 tablets (NDC 61825-999-60). Store below 30°C (86°F). Rx Only Manufactured for: Galt Pharmaceuticals, LLC Atlanta, GA 30339 500503-01 Rev. 09/2018
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ORPHENGESIC FORTE- ORPHENADRINE CITRATE, ASPIRIN AND CAFFEINE TABLET GALT PHARMACEUTICALS, LLC ---------- ORPHENGESIC FORTE TABLETS (ORPHENADRINE CITRATE, ASPIRIN AND CAFFEINE TABLETS 50MG/ 770MG/ 60MG USP) DESCRIPTION Each Orphengesic Forte Tablet, for oral administration contains Orphenadrine Citrate 50 mg, Aspirin 770 mg and Caffeine 60 mg. In addition, each tablet contains the following inactive ingredients: anhydrous lactose, colloidal silicon dioxide, D&C yellow #10, FD&C blue #1, zinc stearate, povidone, pregelatinized starch, and stearic acid. Orphenadrine citrate is (2-dimethylaminoethyl 2-methylbenzhydryl ether citrate). It is a white, practically odorless, crystalline powder, having a bitter taste. It is sparingly soluble in water; slightly soluble in alcohol. It has the following structural formula: Aspirin, salicylic acid acetate, is a non-opiate analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic agent It occurs as a white, crystalline tabular or needle-like powder and is odorless or has a faint odor. It is sparingly soluble in water, freely soluble in alcohol and chloroform. It has the following structural formula: Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant which occurs as a white powder or white glistening ® ® needles, usually matted together. It is sparingly soluble in alcohol, and freely soluble in chloroform. The chemical name for caffeine is, 1,3,7-Trimethylxanthine. It has the following structural formula: CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY Orphenadrine citrate is a centrally acting (brain stem) compound which in animals selectively blocks facilitatory functions of the reticular formation. Orphenadrine does not produce myoneural block, nor does it affect crossed extensor reflexes. Orphenadrine prevents nicotine-induced convulsions but not those produced by strychnine. Chronic administration of Orphenadrine Citrate, Aspirin and Caffeine to dogs and rats has revealed no drug-related toxicity. No blood or urine changes were observed, nor were there any macroscopic or microscopic pathological changes detected. Soma hati kamili