Fioricet Medication Drug
Information
The following information is
intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and
judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare
professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of
the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your
healthcare professional before using this drug.
Online Fioricet Use Indication:
To prevent upset stomach, take
Fioricet medication with food or milk. Pain medications work best
in preventing pain before it occurs. Once the pain becomes
intense, the medication is not as effective in relieving it. Take
this as prescribed. Do not increase your dose or take it more
frequently without your doctor's approval.
Prescription Drug Fioricet Side
Effects:
Fioricet side effects includes:
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 drug 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 on using Fioricet
prescription:
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 before you buy. To prevent
oversedation, avoid using alcohol and other sedative type
medications while taking Fioricet. Fioricet medication 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 this
medication 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.
Fioricet Drug Interaction:
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 Fioricet 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. Fioricet
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.
Fioricet 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
MEDICAL ALERT:
Your condition can cause
complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information
call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507
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