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Fioricet
Drug Uses
Fioricet is a barbiturate sedative mixed with a non-aspirin
pain medication and caffeine. This non-narcotic pain
medication and relaxant is often prescribed for tension
headaches caused by contractions of the muscles in the
neck and shoulder area, and migraine.
How Taken
Fioricet comes as a capsule and tablet to take by mouth.
One or 2 tablets every 4 hours as needed. Total daily
dosage should not exceed 6 tablets. Extended and repeated
use of this product is not recommended because of the
potential for physical dependence. Warnings/Precautions
Fioricet may cause you to become drowsy or less alert;
therefore, driving or operating dangerous machinery
or participating in any hazardous activity that requires
full mental alertness is not recommended until you know
your response to this drug. If you are being treated
for severe depression or have a history of severe depression
or drug abuse, consult with your doctor before taking
Fioricet. Use this drug with caution if you are elderly
or in a weakened condition, if you have liver or kidney
problems, or if you have severe abdominal trouble. If
you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform
your doctor immediately. Fioricet can affect a developing
baby. It also appears in breast milk. If this medication
is essential to your health, your doctor may advise
you to discontinue breastfeeding your baby until your
treatment is finished. Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However,
if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed
dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not
take a double dose to make up for a missed one. Possible Side Effects
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or
change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible.
Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you
to continue taking Fioricet. More common side effects
may include: Abdominal pain, dizziness, drowsiness,
intoxicated feeling, light-headedness, nausea, sedation,
shortness of breath, vomiting. Less common or rare side
effects may include: Agitation, allergic reactions,
constipation, depression, difficulty swallowing, dry
mouth, earache, exaggerated feeling of well-being, excessive
sweating, excessive urination, excitement, fainting,
fatigue, fever, flatulence, headache, heartburn, heavy
eyelids, high energy, hot spells, itching, leg pain,
mental confusion, muscle fatigue, numbness, rapid heartbeat,
ringing in the ears, seizure, shaky feeling, skin redness
and/or peeling, sluggishness, stuffy nose, tingling.
Storage
Store below 86? F (30? C); dispense in a tight container
and out of reach of children. Overdose
An overdose of Fioricet, or combining this medication
with alcohol or other central nervous system depressant,
may lead to unconsciousness or perhaps death. Fioricet
overdose is indicated by severe drowsiness, confusion,
extreme weakness, hallucination, shortness of breath,
too slow or troubled breathing, slurred speech, lack
of coordination, vomiting with blood, unusually slow
heartbeat. More Information
Do not take Fioricet if you have taken a monoamine oxidase
inhibitor (MAOI) in the last 14 days. Dangerous side
effects could result. 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. Tell your doctor about all medicines that
you are taking, and do not take any medicine unless
your doctor approves. Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes
only, it is not intended that this information covers
all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions,
or adverse effects of your medication. This is only
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