Fioricet Side Effects
What are the possible side effects of Fioricet?
•If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Fioricet and seek emergency medical attention:
·an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
·slow, weak breathing;
·liver damage (yellowing of the skin or eyes, nausea, abdominal pain or discomfort, unusual bleeding or bruising, severe fatigue);
·blood problems (easy or unusual bleeding or bruising); or
·low blood sugar (fatigue, increased hunger or thirst, dizziness, or fainting).
•These side effects are very rare and are not likely to occur during proper treatment with acetaminophen and caffeine. If you experience any unusual reactions, stop taking this medicine and seek the advice of your doctor.
•Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Fioricet and talk to your doctor if you experience
·drowsiness;
·dizziness,, confusion or lightheadedness;
·shortness of breath;
·dry mouth;
·nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or decreased appetite;
·tiredness, leg pain, or muscle weakness;
·agitation, irritability, nervousness, anxiety or excitability;
·rash or itching;
·feeling of intoxication;
·headache; or
·constipation.
•Butalbital may be habit forming.
•Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect Fioricet?
•Do not take Fioricet if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) 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.
•Many other medicines contain acetaminophen, especially over-the-counter pain, fever, cold, and allergy medications. Too much acetaminophen can be very dangerous.
•Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Fioricet. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
