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following information is a summary about Fioricet.
It is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
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 TO
USE THIS MEDICATION
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.
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.
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.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Inform your doctor about all the medicines you
take with and without a prescription.
NOTES
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.
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.
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.
For more information on Fioricet,
you can visit http://www.migraine-relief.com
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