Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking norflex as follows: Norflex administered into the vein can result in inflammation of the vein with redness and swelling of the site. Individuals could experience intense pain and tenderness with parenteral norflex administration at the site of injection. In severe cases, norflex administered as a shot can result in necrosis of body tissue at the site of injection. Watch for signs and symptoms of inflammation [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking norflex as follows: Norflex has some potential for addiction and abuse, especially after prolonged use and/or in individuals with history of substance/drug abuse. Keep a count on your pills, when taking this medication, to help prevent abuse by others. Do not share this medication with any friends and family. Discuss your history of substance/drug abuse with your physician, if any, to be sure of your [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking norflex as follows: Norflex has some potential for addiction and abuse, especially after prolonged use and/or in individuals with history of substance/drug abuse. This makes norflex a risky drug and so, must be avoided for a safer alternative in individuals with history of drug abuse. Individuals who are active drug abusers or sober currently with history of drug abuse must discuss with their physician regarding [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Norflex as follows: Action of the chemical acetylcholine in the brain can contribute towards preventing dementia. Reduced activity of acetylcholine secondary to norflex use can increase risk for dementia. Norflex use can lead to quick deterioration of mental faculties in individuals diagnosed with dementia. So, norflex could be avoided for a safer alternative in individuals with established dementia. Norflex can induce relaxation of bladder with retention of urine [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Norflex as follows: Norflex use can also result in fast and pounding heartbeat. Individuals with history of cardiac arrhythmias can be at increased risk for precipitation of arrhythmic episodes with norflex use and must be increasingly watchful to report worsening symptoms of arrhythmias, such as, chest pain, low blood pressure, confusion, dizziness, increasing shortness of breath, and worsening fatigue.  Hypotension and irregular heartbeat, secondary to norflex intake, can [...]