Tag: effects

Are There any Side Effects of Fioricet (Butalbital APAP Caffeine)?

Are there any negative side effects of the pain killer Fioricet(Butalbital APAP Caffeine)?
My doctor prescribed Fioricet(Butalbital APAP Caffeine) to me for my migraines. My Rx says that I can take 2 pills – 4 times a day. Are there any known long term side effects from using this drug? I take them pretty regularly.

Best answer:

Fioricet, a medication commonly prescribed for tension headaches and migraines, can cause side effects. Fioricet contains a combination of acetaminophen (a pain reliever), butalbital (a barbiturate), and caffeine.

Common side effects of Fioricet may include:

  1. Drowsiness: Butalbital, one of the active ingredients in Fioricet, is a central nervous system depressant that can cause drowsiness or sedation.
  2. Dizziness: Some individuals may experience dizziness or lightheadedness while taking Fioricet.
  3. Nausea or Vomiting: Acetaminophen, another component of Fioricet, can sometimes cause gastrointestinal upset, including nausea or vomiting.
  4. Stomach Upset: Some people may experience stomach discomfort or abdominal pain while taking Fioricet.
  5. Difficulty Concentrating: The sedative effects of butalbital may impair cognitive function and make it difficult to concentrate.
  6. Feeling Anxious or Agitated: In some cases, Fioricet may cause feelings of anxiety or agitation, especially in individuals sensitive to barbiturates.
  7. Trouble Sleeping: Fioricet can disrupt normal sleep patterns and may cause difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
  8. Rash or Itching: Allergic reactions to Fioricet are rare but can occur. Seek medical attention if you develop a rash, itching, or any signs of an allergic reaction.
  9. Liver Toxicity: Fioricet contains acetaminophen, which can cause liver damage if taken in high doses or over a long period. Taking more than the recommended dose of Fioricet or using it in combination with other acetaminophen-containing medications can increase the risk of liver toxicity.
  10. Dependence or Withdrawal: Butalbital, a barbiturate found in Fioricet, has the potential for dependence and withdrawal symptoms if used excessively or for prolonged periods.

Answer by Comrade Demitri Dingleberry
Plague and genital rats.

Give your answer to this question below!

Anyone have any side effects from Fioricet?

Anyone have any side effects from Fioricet?
Taking it for the first time..I have really bad headaches and have taken hydrocodone while breastfeeding and they are switching me to fioricet, Just wondering if it will effect me the same way and really, what I should expect. Thanks!

Best answer:

Answer by Vinnie M.
The woman who said that Fioricet has similar side effects of hydrocodone is COMPLETELY wrong… Fioricet and Vicodin have absolutely NOTHING to do with eachother! Hydrocodone (Vicodin) is an opiate, and fioricet is a barbiturate (similar to a benzodiazepine) paired with acetaminophen used for moderate to severe hedaches and migraines… In other words, Fioricet will not make you feel ‘loopy’ or ‘high’, the way that vicodin might make you feel (depending on the amount you have taken), and fioricet’s side effects will really only cause you slight drowsiness (but probably only within the first days that you take it!)

Hope my answer helped – V. M

What do you think? Answer below!