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.