Fioricet 40 mg (generic) - 30 Tabs $55
Fioricet 40 mg (generic) - 90 Tabs $75
Fioricet 40 mg (brand) - 30 Tabs $94
Fioricet 40 mg (brand) - 90 Tabs $189 |
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Drug Uses
Fioricet is a barbiturate sedative mixed with non-aspirin pain medication.
It contains butalbital with acetaminophen 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.
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.
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