Fioricet 100mg

Fioricet 100mg Overview

Fioricet 100mg is a time-tested medication that consists of Butalbital, Caffeine and Acetaminophen as active ingredients. Each component produces a definite impact on the organism, forming the final ultimate effect. Butalbital belongs to a group of barbiturates that relax the muscles involved in tension headache.

Caffeine serves a powerful stimulant of the central nervous system. It works relaxing muscle contractions of the blood vessels, improving the blood flow. Acetaminophen is a revolutionary fever reducer and pain reliever.

Do not use Fioricet if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.

You should not use Fioricet 100mg if you are allergic to it, if you have porphyria, or if you have recently used alcohol, sedatives, tranquilizers, or other opioids.

To make sure Fioricet is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• liver disease, cirrhosis, a history of alcoholism or drug addiction, or if you drink more than 3 alcoholic beverages per day;
• kidney disease;
• stomach ulcer or bleeding;
• a history of skin rash caused by any medication; or
• a history of mental illness or suicidal thoughts.

• How should I take Fioricet 100mg ?

  Take Fioricet 100mg  exactly as prescribed. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take more of this medication than recommended. An overdose can damage your liver or cause death. Tell your doctor if the medicine seems to stop working as well in relieving your pain.

  Butalbital may be habit-forming. Never share this medicine with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. Selling or giving away this medicine is against the law.

  Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

  Keep track of the amount of medicine used from each new bottle. Butalbital is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription.

  Dosing information

  Usual Adult Dose for Headache:

  Butalbital 50 mg/acetaminophen 300 mg/caffeine 40 mg: 1 or 2 capsules orally every 4 hours as needed not to exceed 6 capsules per day

  Uses: For the relief of the symptom complex of tension (or muscle contraction) headache.

  Usual Pediatric Dose for Headache:

  12 years or older: Butalbital 50 mg/acetaminophen 300 mg/caffeine 40 mg: 1 or 2 capsules orally every 4 hours as needed not to exceed 6 capsules per day

  Comments:
  -Due to high rate of physical dependence, the extended use of this drug is not recommended.
  -The safety and efficacy of treating multiple recurrent headaches with this product is not known.

  Uses: For the relief of the symptom complex of tension (or muscle contraction) headache.