Generic Name: acetaminophen/ butalbital/
caffeine
Typical Brand Names: Esgic, Esgic-Plus, Fioricet, fioricet with
codeine
What Is It Used For?
Fioricet is used to relieve complex tension (muscle contraction)
headaches. The working procedure of the medication is still unknown.
How Is It Used?
Take Fioricet with a full glass of water or milk, you can take
the medication with or food. Do not take Fioricet without consulting
your doctor.
Are There Possible Side Effects?
Consult your doctor immediately if you face any of these side
effects while using Fioricet- an allergic reaction (difficulty
breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue,
or face; or hives) . Liver damage (yellowing of the skin or eyes,
nausea, abdominal pain or discomfort, unusual bleeding or bruising,
severe fatigue), slow, weak breathing low blood sugar (fatigue,
increased hunger or thirst, dizziness, or fainting) blood problems
(easy or unusual bleeding or bruising). These side effects of
Fioricet are very rare and are not likely to occur during proper
treatment with Fioricet.
Is It Safe?
The authenticity of ORTHO EVRA has been proved through more than
70,000 clinical trials and they have been tested worldwide in
more than 3,300 women. The most frequent adverse events leading
to discontinuation in 1.0% to 2.4% of women included nausea and/or
vomiting, application site reaction, breast symptoms, headache,
and emotional lability.
What About Interactions With Other Drugs?
Do not take Fioricet if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor
(MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or
tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. Dangerous side
effects of the medication could result in such conditions. Fioricet
may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness,
including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives
(used to treat insomnia), other pain relievers, anxiety medicines,
and muscle relaxants.
What If I Miss A Dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it but skip it in
case it is the time to take the next dose. Take the next scheduled
dose in such a situation. Do not take double doses of Fioricet.
How Should It Be Stored?
Store Fioricet below 86° F (30° C); dispense in a tight
container, keep the medication away from moisture and heat.
Anything Else I Should Know?
Be cautious while driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. The medication will cause drowsiness
or dizziness. If you experience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid
these activities. Avoid sleeping pills, antihistamines, sedatives,
and tranquilizers except under the supervision of your doctor.
These may also make you drowsy. Avoid alcohol. Alcohol taken during
therapy with acetaminophen and butalbital can be very damaging
to your liver and can increase drowsiness and dizziness.
NOTE: The above 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 the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or
effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before
taking the product.
