Common Brand Name(s)
Esgic, Fioricet
Uses
This medication is a pain reliever and sedative.
It is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and
tension headaches.
How to Use
To prevent upset stomach, take Fioricet with food
or milk. Pain medications work best in preventing
pain before it occurs. Once the headache pain
becomes intense, the medication is not as effective
in relieving it. Take Fioricet as prescribed.
Do not increase your dose or take it more frequently
without your doctor's approval.
Side Effects
Fioricet may cause lightheadedness, dizziness,
drowsiness, stomach upset, nausea, and sleeping
disturbances the first few days as your body adjusts
to the medication. If these symptoms persist or
become bothersome, inform your doctor.
Notify your doctor immediately if you develop:
a rapid/ irregular heartbeat. An allergic reaction
to Fioricet is unlikely, but seek immediate medical
attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic
reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe
dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your doctor
or pharmacist.
Precautions
Before you buy or take Fioricet, tell your doctor
your medical history, especially of: serious liver
disease, alcohol or narcotic dependence, emotional/mental
conditions, heart disease (arrhythmias, recent
MI), stomach/intestinal ulcers, any allergies.
Acetaminophen may cause liver damage.
Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined
with acetaminophen, may increase your risk for
liver damage. Check with your doctor or pharmacist
for more information.
To prevent oversedation, avoid using alcohol
and other sedative type medications while taking
Fioricet. This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy;
use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness
such as driving or using machinery. Avoid alcoholic
beverages.
This medication contains caffeine. Avoid drinking
large amounts of caffeinated beverages while taking
Fioricet as excessive nervousness and irritability
can occur. This medication should be used during
pregnancy only if clearly needed. Small amounts
of this medication appear in breast milk. Consult
your doctor before breast-feeding.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription
drugs you may use, especially of: "blood thinners"
Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription
and nonprescription drugs you may use that cause
drowsiness such as: medicine for sleep (e.g.,
sedatives), tranquilizers, anti-anxiety drugs
(e.g., diazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.g.,
codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., phenothiazines
such as chlorpromazine, or tricyclics such as
amitriptyline), anti-seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine),
muscle relaxants, antihistamines that cause drowsiness
(e.g., diphenhydramine). Because this medication
contains acetaminophen, check with your doctor
or pharmacist before taking other medications
containing acetaminophen which is commonly found
in nonprescription pain relievers and cough-and-cold
products. Read labels carefully to check ingredients.
This drug may interfere with the effectiveness
of birth control pills. Discuss using other methods
of birth control with your doctor. Do not start
or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist
approval.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include vomiting, unusual
drowsiness, lack of feeling alert, slow or shallow
breathing, cold or clammy skin, loss of consciousness,
dark urine, stomach pain, and extreme fatigue.
Notes
Do not share Fioricet with others.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered;
do not take if it is almost time for the next
dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume
your usual dosing schedule. Do not double-up the
dose to catch up.
Storage
Store at room temperature away from moisture and
sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.
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