FIORICET DRUG INFO:
IMPORTANT
NOTE: The following
information is intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should
not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is
safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your
healthcare professional before using this drug.
BUTALBITAL/ACETAMINOPHEN/CAFFEINE - ORAL (byou-TAL-bih-tall/uh-seet-uh-MEE-no-fen/kaff-EEN)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Esgic, Fioricet
FIORICET (Butalbital) USES:
Fioricet
is a pain reliever and sedative.
Fioricet
is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and tension
headaches.
FIORICET (Butalbital) HOW TO
USE: To prevent upset stomach,
take this medication with food or milk. Pain medications
work best in preventing pain before it occurs. Once the
pain becomes intense, the medication is not as effective
in relieving it. Take
Fioricet
as prescribed. Do not increase your dose or take
Fioricet more
frequently without your doctor's approval.
FIORICET (Butalbital) SIDE
EFFECTS:
Fioricet may
cause lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness, stomach
upset, nausea, and sleeping disturbances the first few
days as your body adjusts to the medication. If these
symptoms persist or become bothersome, inform your
doctor. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop: a
rapid/ irregular heartbeat. An allergic reaction to this
drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention
if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include:
rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble
breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor or pharmacist.
FIORICET (Butalbital)
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor
your medical history, especially of: serious liver
disease, alcohol or narcotic dependence,
emotional/mental conditions, heart disease (arrhythmias,
recent MI), stomach/intestinal ulcers, any allergies.
Acetaminophen may cause liver damage. Daily use of
alcohol, especially when combined with acetaminophen,
may increase your risk for liver damage. Check with your
doctor or pharmacist for more information. To prevent
oversedation, avoid using alcohol and other sedative
type medications while taking this. This drug may make
you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities
requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery.
Avoid alcoholic beverages. This medication contains
caffeine. Avoid drinking large amounts of caffeinated
beverages while taking this medication as excessive
nervousness and irritability can occur. This medication
should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
Small amounts of this medication appear in breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
FIORICET (Butalbital) DRUG
INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor
of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may
use, especially of: "blood thinners" Tell your doctor or
pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription drugs
you may use that cause drowsiness such as: medicine for
sleep (e.g., sedatives), tranquilizers, anti-anxiety
drugs (e.g., diazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.g.,
codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., phenothiazines
such as chlorpromazine, or tricyclics such as
amitriptyline), anti-seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine),
muscle relaxants, antihistamines that cause drowsiness
(e.g., diphenhydramine). Because this medication
contains acetaminophen, check with your doctor or
pharmacist before taking other medications containing
acetaminophen which is commonly found in nonprescription
pain relievers and cough-and-cold products. Read labels
carefully to check ingredients. This drug may interfere
with the effectiveness of birth control pills. Discuss
using other methods of birth control with your doctor.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or
pharmacist approval.
FIORICET (Butalbital) OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected,
contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately. Symptoms of
Fioricet
overdose may include vomiting,
unusual drowsiness, lack of feeling alert, slow or
shallow breathing, cold or clammy skin, loss of
consciousness, dark urine, stomach pain, and extreme
fatigue.
FIORICET (Butalbital) NOTES:
Do not share this product with others.
FIORICET (Butalbital) MISSED
DOSE: If you miss a dose of
Fioricet, take it as
soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for
the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume
your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose
to catch up.
FIORICET (Butalbital) STORAGE:
Store at room temperature away from moisture and
sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom |
