Migraine and headache:
Indications for: Butalbital/Acetaminophen
Tension (or muscle contraction) headache.
Adult Dosage:
1–2 tabs every 4 hours; max 6 tabs daily.
Children Dosage:
Not recommended.
Butalbital/Acetaminophen Contraindications:
Porphyria.
Butalbital/Acetaminophen Warnings/Precautions:
Extended use: not recommended. Severe renal or hepatic impairment. Acute abdominal conditions. Elderly. Debilitated. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Butalbital/Acetaminophen Classification:
Barbiturate + analgesic.
Butalbital/Acetaminophen Interactions:
Potentiated by alcohol, other CNS depressants, MAOIs. May cause false (+) urine test for 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid.
Adverse Reactions:
Drowsiness, dizziness, paradoxical excitement, rash; overdosage: respiratory depression, hepatotoxicity.
Note:
Formerly known under the brand name Phrenilin.
How Supplied:
Contact supplier.
