
Fioricet is a barbiturate sedative mixed with a non-aspirin pain medication and caffeine. This non-narcotic pain medication and relaxant is often prescribed for tension headaches caused by contractions of the muscles in the neck and shoulder area, and migraine.
Head Ache
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives difficulty breathing swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using Fioricet and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
- feeling light-headed or short of breath
- nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes) or
- easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms.
Less serious side effects may include:
- drowsiness
- dizziness, confusion or lightheadedness
- dry mouth
- nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite
- feeling anxious or jittery
- drunk feeling or
- headache
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.
One or 2 tablets every 4 hours as needed. Total daily dosage should not exceed 6 tablets.
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