orphenadrine hydrochloride

orphenadrine hydrochloride
It reduces spasm of voluntary muscles, probably by action on the cerebral motor areas; used in the symptomatic treatment of paralysis agitans and drug-induced parkinsonism.

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the hydrochloride salt of orphenadrine, having the same actions and uses as the citrate salt; also used in the symptomatic treatment of parkinsonism. Administered orally.

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