It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Norflex before taking it.
What is Norflex
Short-term treatment of painful muscle conditions. It is used along with rest and physical therapy. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Norflex is a skeletal muscle relaxant. It works by helping to decrease pain, which helps muscles to relax.
Important safety information:
Norflex may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Norflex with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
If dizziness occurs, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Also, sit or lie down at the first sign of dizziness, lightheadedness, or weakness.
Do NOT use more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
Some of these products contain sulfites, which can cause allergic reactions in certain individuals. If you have previously had allergic reactions to sulfites, contact your pharmacist to determine if the product you are taking contains sulfites.
Lab tests, including blood cell counts, kidney function, and liver function, may be performed while you use Norflex. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Norflex with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially confusion.
Norflex is not recommended for use in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant while taking Norflex, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Norflex while pregnant. It is not known if Norflex is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Norflex, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Norflex side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Blurred vision; constipation; dizziness or lightheadedness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; nausea; stomach irritation or upset; vomiting; weakness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); agitation, chills, fever, or sore throat; confusion; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; pain, swelling, or redness the injection site; severe or persistent tiredness or weakness; tremor; trouble urinating or inability to urinate; unusual bruising or bleeding; vision changes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Prices of the drug can vary in different shops. There will be a variation in price from pharmacy to an online shop. Most online shops will have a little lower price when compared to pharmacy stores, so you need to cross check before buying. Just go to a nearest pharmacy store and check for prices before you decide on buying. You should also be checking and comparing prices among various online stores and should be choosing the affordable and best store. The prices also vary based on brands, and you should note few stores sell specific brands, and you should learn to compare prices of same brand in different stores. Below are the prices of Norflex medicine in some well-known online stores.
Strength
Quantity
Price, USD
Country
Blue Sky Drugs
100 mg
1
$109.00
Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
CanadaDrugStop.com
100 mg
100
$99.00
Australia, Canada, India, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
Candrug
8
1
$23.00
Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
BBG Fulfillment Ltd
100 mg
100
$81.00
Australia, Canada, Mauritius, NZ, Singapore, Turkey, UK, USA
Select the most affordable brand or generic drug
Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.
Can Norflex be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Norflex?
Some medical conditions may interact with Norflex. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances (eg, sulfites)
if you have a history of heart problems (eg, fast or irregular heartbeat), stomach or bowel problems (eg, inflammation, enlarged colon), kidney or liver problems, increased eye pressure, or porphyria
if you have trouble urinating
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Norflex. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Potassium tablets or capsules because they may not be able to move through the stomach and bowel as well when taken with Norflex
Propoxyphene because confusion, anxiety, or tremors may occur
Phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Norflex
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Norflex may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Norflex?
Use Norflex as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Norflex is usually given as an injection at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic. If you will be using Norflex at home, a health care provider will teach you how to use it. Be sure you understand how to use Norflex. Follow the procedures you are taught when you use a dose. Contact your health care provider if you have any questions.
If Norflex contains particles or is discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged in any way, do not use it.
Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Ask your health care provider how to dispose of these materials after use. Follow all local rules for disposal.
If you miss a dose of Norflex, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Norflex.
Can Norflex be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Norflex be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Norflex, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Norflex. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
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How long will I use Norflex before I begin to notice the effect? According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about 1 month and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Norflex. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Norflex kindly click here
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