What is Fioricet?

What is Fioricet?

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Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer.

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Butalbital is in a class of drugs called barbiturates that slow down your central nervous system (brain and nerve impulses) causing relaxation.

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Caffeine is believed to constrict dilated blood vessels that may contribute to tension headaches.

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Together, acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine are used to relieve complex tension (muscle contraction) headaches although precisely how it works is unknown.

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Fioricet may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Fioricet

acetaminophen/butalbital/caffeine (oral) (a seet a MIN oh fen and boo TAL bi tall and CAFF een)

Esgic, Esgic-Plus, Fioricet

What is the most important information I should know about Fioricet?

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Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Butalbital will cause drowsiness or dizziness. If you experience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities.

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Avoid sleeping pills, antihistamines, sedatives, and tranquilizers except under the supervision of your doctor. These may also make you drowsy.

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Avoid alcohol. Alcohol taken during therapy with Fioricet can be very damaging to your liver and can increase drowsiness and dizziness.

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Check the acetaminophen content of other over-the-counter and prescription products while taking this medication. You should not exceed 4 grams (4000 mg) of acetaminophen per day.

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Never take more Fioricet than is prescribed for you. If your pain is not being adequately treated, talk to your doctor.