Orphenadrine is a prescription medication used mainly to relieve muscle pain and spasms. It’s often given alongside rest, physical therapy, or other treatments for musculoskeletal conditions.

What it does

Orphenadrine works by:

• Acting on the central nervous system to reduce muscle spasms
• Having anticholinergic effects (similar to some antihistamines), which can also contribute to pain relief

Common uses

• Acute muscle strains or injuries
• Back or neck pain with muscle spasm
• Sometimes used as an alternative when other muscle relaxants aren’t suitable