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What is Fioricet?

Fioricet is a a strong, non-narcotic pain reliever and relaxant.
It belongs to a group of drugs called analgesics.

Generic and brand names

Fioricet
Generic names:Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine
Brand names:Esgic, Esgic-Plus, Fioricet

Fioricet with Codeine
Generic names:Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine and Codeine
Brand names:Fioricet with Codeine, Phrenilin with Caffeine and Codeine

For information on other brand names look here.

What is it used for?

It is prescribed to relieve tension headache symptoms caused by muscle contractions in the head, neck, and shoulder area.
Tension headeaches is the most-common type of primary headaches (they comprise about 90% of all headaches).

What does it contain?

Fioricet contains the following active ingredients:
IngredientAmountDescription
Butalbital50 mg Short to intermediate-acting barbiturate
Acetaminophen325 mg * Non-opiate, non-salicylate analgesic and antipyretic
Caffeine40 mg Central nervous system stimulant
* Esgic Plus contains 500mg Acetaminophen.

Fioricet is also available in combination with Codeine:
IngredientAmountDescription
Butalbital50 mg Short to intermediate-acting barbiturate
Acetaminophen325 mg Non-opiate, non-salicylate analgesic and antipyretic
Caffeine40 mg Central nervous system stimulant
Codeine Phosphate30 mg Narcotic analgesic and antitussive

How does it work?

The role of each active ingredients in the relief of the complex of symptoms known as tension headache is incompletely understood.
IngredientEffect
Codeine Phosphate Belongs to a group of drugs called narcotic pain relievers.
Acetaminophen It's a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of codeine.
Butalbital It relaxes muscle contractions involved in a tension headache.
Caffeine It relaxes muscle contractions in blood vessels to improve blood flow.

For more information about the behavior of the individual components (pharmacokinetics) see:

What should you consider before taking Fioricet?

When deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking it must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make.For Fioricet, the following should be considered as well.

Warning

Codeine and Butalbital may be habit-forming. look where for details.

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to Butalbital or other Barbiturates, or to Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine, or Codeine.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding

Fioricet is classified by FDA into "Pregnancy Category C". It means that
  • Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with Fioricet.
  • It is also not known whether Fioricet can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity.
  • Fioricet should be given to a pregnant woman only when clearly needed.
More information is available at.

Children

Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients (below age of 12) have not been established.

Drug interaction

Butalbital slows the central nervous system (CNS) and intensifies the effects of alcohol and other CNS depressants. Avoid alcoholic beverages while taking Fioricet.
If you take Fioricet with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. For the list of the drugs to be discussed with your doctor before combining Fioricet with any of them, see (section "Food and drugs that may interact with Fioricet").

Other medical conditions

Before using Fioricet, tell your doctor if you have:
  • asthma, COPD, sleep apnea, or other breathing disorders;
  • liver or kidney disease;
  • a history of head injury or brain tumor;
  • low blood pressure;
  • a stomach or intestinal disorder;
  • curvature of the spine;
  • mental illness;
  • a history of drug or alcohol addiction.

How it should be taken?

  • Fioricet should be taken only as directed by your doctor
  • Fioricet will relieve your headache best if you take it as soon as the headache begins
  • Lying down in a quiet, dark room for a while after taking the medicine also helps to relieve headaches

More information on usage instructions is available here (section "Proper Use of This Medicine").

Dosage

Age Group Dose Comment
Adults 1 or 2 capsules or tablets every four hours as needed. Dose selection for an elderly patient (aged 65 and over) should be cautious, usually starting at the low end of the dosing range.
Children Must be determined by your doctor Safety and effectiveness in patients below the age of 12 have not been established.

More information on dosing is available at.

For information on overdosage, its sympthoms and treatment see.

What side effects may occur?

Most common side effects may include:
Abdominal pain, dizziness, drowsiness, intoxicated feeling, light-headedness, nausea, sedation, shortness of breath, vomiting.

More information about Fioricet side effects can be found under.

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