The following information is a
summary. It is not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
Tablets Chemical Name: BUTALBITAL (byoo-TAL-bi-tal), ACETAMINOPHEN
(a-seat-a-MIN-oh-fen) and CAFFEINE (kaf-EEN)
Common uses
This medicine is an analgesic, barbiturate, and stimulant combination
used to treat tension headaches.
Before using
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine.
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter
medicine that you are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE
OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking anticoagulants, birth
control pills, corticosteroids, doxycycline, isoniazid, metronidazole,
quinidine, theophylline, or medicine for high blood pressure or
heart conditions (beta blockers). Inform your doctor of any other
medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact
your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns
about using this medicine.
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your
doctor. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a tightly-closed
container, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS
MEDICINE and you are using it regularly, take it as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses
at once.
Cautions
DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or take this medicine for longer
than prescribed without checking with your doctor. Exceeding the
recommended dose or taking this medicine for longer than prescribed
may be habit-forming. AVOID ALCOHOL while you are using this medicine.
This medicine will add to the effects of alcohol and other depressants.
DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD
BE DANGEROUS until you know how you react to this medicine. Using
this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may
lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous
tasks. THIS MEDICINE CONTAINS ACETAMINOPHEN. Do not take additional
acetaminophen for pain or fever without checking with your doctor
or pharmacist. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about
which medicines contain acetaminophen. Acetaminophen may cause
liver damage. If you drink alcohol on a daily basis, do not take
this medicine without first discussing it with your doctor. Alcohol
use combined with acetaminophen may increase your risk for liver
damage. Pain medications work best if they are used as the first
signs of pain (or first signs of migraine) occur. If you wait
until the pain has significantly worsened, the pain medicine may
not work as well. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either
prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
FOR WOMEN TAKING BIRTH CONTROL PILLS: this medicine may decrease
the effectiveness of your birth control pills. To prevent pregnancy,
use an additional form of birth control while you are taking this
medicine. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your
doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy.
THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while
taking this medicine.
Possible side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include drowsiness,
dizziness, lightheadedness, or nausea. If they continue or are
bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other effects
not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent
a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker
to find out if your medicines interact with each other. Check
drug interactions
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
vomiting, excessive sweating, dark urine, stomach pain, extreme
fatigue, unusual drowsiness or dizziness, lack of feeling alert,
slow or shallow breathing, cold or clammy skin, and loss of consciousness.
Additional information
IF YOUR HEADACHE SYMPTOMS do not improve or if they become worse,
contact your doctor. DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for
whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other
health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.
IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain
refills before your supply runs out. |