Acetaminophen Butalbital
What Is Fioricet?
Fioricet is a combination medication consisting of butalbital, acetaminophen, and caffeine. This medication is generally prescribed to treat tension headaches or migraines. Because acetaminophen is a mixture of different drugs, they all work together to relieve headache pain and discomfort. Acetaminophen is a barbiturate, or sedative, that is effective for decreasing anxiety and causing relaxation and sleepiness. Acetaminophen works to reduce the pain for a headache and caffeine works to increase the effects of acetaminophen.
The cost for Acetaminophen oral capsule (300 mg-50 mg-40 mg) is around $108 for a supply of 100 capsules, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans.
A generic version of Acetaminophen is also available in pharmacy.
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Acetaminophen Precautions
Do not use this medication if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.
Is Fioricet Addictive?
Yes, Acetaminophen can be highly addictive. Fioricet is a combination of acetaminiophen, butalbital, and caffeine. The acetaminophen brings relief from chronic pain and the butalbital acts as a sedative. This combination of chemicals can produce feelings of euphoria, making the drug difficult to give up.