Question 1

does norgesic show up in a urine drug test?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: This drug is closely related to diphenydramine (benadryl); it is available over the counter in canada and probably of low potential for abuse.  I would be shocked and amazed if taking it caused you to fail a urine drug screen (which looks for opiates, benzodiazepines, thc, and other commonly abused drugs).

Question 2

does norgesic show up in a routine urine drug test?

Accepted Answer

Drug screen: Norgesic is a muscle relaxer and should not show up on a drug screen.

Question 3

will norgesic show up in drug test?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Generally, when done for screening purposes, this drug is not tested.

Question 4

am i on too many pain medicines? i am currently on norgesic, lyrica, (pregabalin) arcoxia, amitripyline, for my herniated disc.

Accepted Answer

It depends: If your symptoms are well controlled without side effects that are troublesome, you are probably ok. Some people would become quite sedated on that combination of meds.Arcoxia has not been approved for use in the usa due to concerns similar to the vioxx issues of high cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke. It continues to be marketed outside the usa.

Question 5

if someone takes norgesic who does not really need it what would happen?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Norgesic is a muscle relaxant with the side effect of causing dizziness, drowsiness and sedation.  If only a single pill were taken, there would not likely be any adverse consequence.  The person may feel simply experience the above effects.

Question 6

is it dangerous if my firend took 3 norgesic pills?

Accepted Answer

Unknown factors: We don't have quite enough info to answer w/out knowing your friend's age, weight, other meds, etc.These are signs of Norgesic overdosage: headache; ringing in the ears; nausea; vomiting; diarrhea; dry mouth; weakness; confusion; decreased breathing; seizures; cold, clammy skin; and unconsciousness.http://bit.ly/1210VWE. Because of potential interactions w/other meds,friend should contact dr. ASAP

Question 7

can i take norgesic on an empty stomach?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Unless you are sensitive to the Aspirin in the medication, there is no reason you can't it on an empty stomach.

Question 8

is norgesic a muscle relaxant?

Accepted Answer

Norgesic was: a combination of aspirin/caffeine/orphenadrine. Orphenadrine is a muscle relaxant. There are no brands of Norgesic available, this drug was discontinued.

Question 9

could use your help docs! my friend took 3 norgesic pills is it dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Can be! depends on -: The strength of the pill. With lower strength, it might be okay. One should never take more than the dosage advised by your physician. Get her checked out by the prescribing doc.
These are pain meds + a muscle relaxer (i think). Tell her pcp about it, so she could be checked out.

Question 10

difference between orphenadrine citrate 100mg (norflex) and orphenadrine comp tablet san (norgesic)?

Accepted Answer

Norflex (orphenadrine) vs norgesic: Norflex contains only orphenadrine, whereas. Norgesic has  paracetamol and orphenadrine citrate.

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