Taking this medicine with other drugs that make you sleepy or slow your breathing can cause dangerous or life-threatening side effects. Ask your doctor before taking Fioricet with a sleeping pill, opioid pain medicine, muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety, depression, or seizures. Other drugs may interact with acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine, including prescription and … Read more
Tell your care team if your pain does not go away, if it gets worse, or if you have new or a different type of pain. You may develop tolerance to the medication. Tolerance means that you will need a higher dose of the medication for pain relief. Tolerance is normal and is expected if … Read more
Fioricet can cause some serious health issues. This risk may be even higher for certain groups. If this worries you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other options Liver damage Risk factors: Drinking alcohol | Taking other medications containing acetaminophen | Taking too much Fioricet | History of liver problems Taking too much acetaminophen … Read more
There haven’t been enough strong clinical studies looking at Fioricet and its effects on pregnancy, so it’s not completely known how safe it is during pregnancy. A study found that Fioricet could potentially raise the risk of heart problems in unborn babies. In addition, there has been a report of a newborn experiencing withdrawal seizures … Read more
You might be able to take other pain medications, like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve), with Fioricet if you need more relief for your headache. These medications work differently to ease pain and they can help lower the amount of Fioricet you need to relieve your symptoms. Taking less Fioricet means you’re not as … Read more
It’s recommended to limit caffeine because Fioricet already contains caffeine. The maximum dose of Fioricet is 6 doses per day, which equates to 240 mg of caffeine. For comparison, an 8-ounce cup of coffee contains 95 mg to 165 mg of caffeine. According to the FDA, 400 mg of caffeine is considered a safe amount … Read more
Fioricet is a controlled substance in some states. Because it contains butalbital, a medication that can be misused and cause dependence, some state governments place strict regulations on Fioricet. But it’s not classified as a controlled substance in all states because it contains acetaminophen. Initially, regulators believed that the acetaminophen in Fioricet discourages people from … Read more
Fioricet and Fiorinal are both used to treat tension headaches. Both medications contain butalbital and caffeine, but Fioricet also has acetaminophen whereas Fiorinal contains aspirin. This combination of drugs is used to relieve tension headaches. This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Unlike acetaminophen, aspirin also … Read more
Fioricet is a combination of three medications that work together to help relieve headache pain. Butalbital is a barbiturate that works by raising the levels of chemicals that cause your brain to relax. Acetaminophen is an analgesic. It stops the production of certain chemicals in your brain, which can help relieve pain. Caffeine is an … Read more
Migraine is a complex brain condition that affects nearly 1 billion people globally. Migraine is more than a strong headache. It can cause debilitating effects that can linger for days and disrupt daily life. Fortunately, today there are many treatments to relieve migraine symptoms. Medications are one tool along with other support options to provide relief. Fioricet … Read more