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Norgesic^® Forte, a known and trusted name. Orphenadrine Citrate, Aspirin and Caffeine, a non-controlled combination formulation for mild to moderate acute muscle aches and pain, that has been prescribed over 3 million times.

Patients will receive the FDA approved Reference Standard generic tablets when using the dispensing pharmacy network. A hassle free experience for Prescribers and Patients.

Norgesic^® Forte is indicated as an adjunct to rest, physical therapy, and other measures to relieve acute musculoskeletal pain. Norgesic^® Forte does not directly relax muscles. The mechanism of action of orphenadrine is not clearly identified, but may be related to its analgesic properties.

Patient Prescription Guide

1. How should I take Norgesic^® Forte?

2. What types of pain can Norgesic^® Forte help relieve?

Norgesic^® Forte can help to relieve pain caused by:

Common strains and sprains
Low back pain
Muscle aches
Headaches caused by neck/shoulder problems

Joint pain, such as arthritis
Musculoskeletal injuries or other painful conditions that affect muscles, ligaments, tendons, and bones

Norgesic^® Forte is used alongside rest, physical therapy, and other measures used to relieve pain due to these conditions.

3. What important information do I need to know while taking Norgesic^® Forte?

Norgesic^® Forte may make you drowsy. Do not drive, operate machinery, participate in dangerous activities, or do anything that requires you to be alert until you know how Norgesic^® Forte affects you.

If you take too much Norgesic^® Forte or overdose, seek emergency medical treatment right away.

4. Who should not take Norgesic^® Forte?

Do not use Norgesic^® Forte if you are pregnant. Children under the age of 12 should not take Norgesic^® Forte. Do not use Norgesic^® Forte if you have chicken pox, flu, or flu-like symptoms. Aspirin, which is found in Norgesic^® Forte, can increase the risk of a serious and potentially fatal condition called Reye’s Syndrome in children and those who are suffering from chicken pox, flu, or flu-like symptoms.

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What is the most important information I should know about Norgesic^® Forte?

Norgesic^® Forte tablets may cause serious side effects, including:

Rare but serious bleeding due to the aspirin content
Life-threatening skin reactions
Life-threatening allergic reactions

Stop taking Norgesic^® Forte and call your healthcare provider or get emergency help right away if you have any of these symptoms: rash, fever, trouble breathing, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Use caution until you know how Norgesic^® Forte affects you. It may impair your ability to drive or use other machinery.

Do not take Norgesic^® Forte if you have any of the following:

Glaucoma (an eye disease)
Blockage in your digestive tract (pyloric or duodenal obstruction)
Achalasia (a rare disorder of the esophagus)
Enlarged prostate (prostatic hypertrophy)
Blockage that results in trouble urinating (obstruction of the bladder neck)
Myasthenia gravis (a disorder of the muscles and nerves)
Allergy or sensitivity to orphenadrine, aspirin, caffeine, or any other ingredient in Norgesic^® Forte
(see Full Prescribing Information for complete list)

Before taking Norgesic^® Forte, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, including active viral infection (such as chicken pox, flu, or flu-like symptoms), stomach ulcer, bleeding problems, or pregnancy (or plans to become pregnant).

Talk to your healthcare provider if you are considering taking Norgesic^® Forte during pregnancy. You should not take Norgesic^® Forte after 29 weeks of pregnancy.

What are the possible side effects of Norgesic^® Forte?

Common side effects of Norgesic^® Forte include increased heart rate (tachycardia), strong or rapid heartbeat (palpitations), trouble urinating (urinary hesitancy or retention), dry mouth, blurred vision, weakness, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, constipation, or drowsiness.

These are not all the possible side effects of Norgesic^® Forte. Please see the Full Prescribing Information for the complete list of side effects or speak with your healthcare provider for medical advice or more information.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

INDICATION

Norgesic^® Forte is a prescription medicine for the relief of mild to moderate pain due to acute disorders of the muscles, bones, joints, ligaments, or tendons. Norgesic^® Forte tablets should be used along with rest, physical therapy, and other measures to help relieve discomfort associated with such conditions. Norgesic^® Forte is not recommended in children under 12 years of age.

Please see the Full Prescribing Information.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Norgesic® Forte is indicated as an adjunct to rest, physical therapy, and other measures to relieve acute musculoskeletal pain. Norgesic® Forte does not directly relax muscles. The mechanism of action of orphenadrine is not clearly identified, but may be related to its analgesic properties.

Patient Prescription Guide

1. How should I take Norgesic® Forte?

2. What types of pain can Norgesic® Forte help relieve?

3. What important information do I need to know while taking Norgesic® Forte?

4. Who should not take Norgesic® Forte?

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What is the most important information I should know about Norgesic® Forte?

Do not take Norgesic® Forte if you have any of the following:

What are the possible side effects of Norgesic® Forte?

INDICATION

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Norgesic^® Forte is indicated as an adjunct to rest, physical therapy, and other measures to relieve acute musculoskeletal pain. Norgesic^® Forte does not directly relax muscles. The mechanism of action of orphenadrine is not clearly identified, but may be related to its analgesic properties.

1. How should I take Norgesic^® Forte?

2. What types of pain can Norgesic^® Forte help relieve?

3. What important information do I need to know while taking Norgesic^® Forte?

4. Who should not take Norgesic^® Forte?

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (ISI) ▲ expand

What is the most important information I should know about Norgesic^® Forte?

Do not take Norgesic^® Forte if you have any of the following:

What are the possible side effects of Norgesic^® Forte?