CARISOPRODOL vs NORFLEX

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CARISOPRODOL and NORFLEX are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	CARISOPRODOL	NORFLEX
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	~$2.00 /30	$0.48 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CARISOPRODOL	ORPHENADRINE CITRATE
Manufacturer	Pointview Hldings	Bausch
Dosage forms	Tablet	Tablet, extended release, Injectable
Drug class	Muscle Relaxant	Muscle Relaxant
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	about 2 hours	—
Treats	Muscle Cramp, Muscle Rigidity, Muscle Spasticity	Muscle Cramp, Muscle Rigidity, Myositis

carisoprodol norflex

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

~$2.00 /30

$0.48 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

CARISOPRODOL

ORPHENADRINE CITRATE

Manufacturer

Pointview Hldings

Bausch

Dosage forms

Tablet

Tablet, extended release, Injectable

Drug class

Muscle Relaxant

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 2 hours

—

Treats

Muscle Cramp, Muscle Rigidity, Muscle Spasticity

Muscle Cramp, Muscle Rigidity, Myositis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Carisoprodol and Norflex?

Carisoprodol contains Carisoprodol, while Norflex contains Orphenadrine Citrate — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.