Fioricet capsules contain a combination of acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine. Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer. Butalbital is in a group of drugs called barbiturates. It relaxes muscle contractions involved in a tension headache. Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant. It relaxes muscle contractions in blood vessels to improve blood flow. Fioricet … Read more
BUTALBITAL ACETAMINOPHEN CAFFEINE treats tension headaches. It works by reducing pain. It also helps you relax. It is not used to prevent headaches or migraines. It is a combination of a barbiturate, acetaminophen, and caffeine. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. COMMON … Read more
Uses of Fioricet Fioricet is primarily prescribed for the treatment of tension headaches. It is also sometimes used off-label for migraines, although its efficacy in treating migraines is less well-documented compared to other medications. Tension Headaches A study comparing Fioricet to acetaminophen with codeine and placebo found that Fioricet was significantly more effective in relieving … Read more