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Fiorinal W/codeine #3 - Codeine/aspirin/caffeine/butalbital - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

This medication is a pain reliever and sedative combination used to relieve mild to moderate pain and tension headache.

This medication can interact with many drugs.
Before you take it, tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription drugs you may use, including.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Children and teenagers should not use aspirin, aspirin- containing or aspirin-related medications for flu symptoms or chickenpox without first consulting a doctor.
A rare but serious illness known as Reye's syndrome may occur.

May cause lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness, stomach upset, nausea, and sleeping disturbances the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication.
If these symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly.
Notify your doctor if you develop.

To prevent upset stomach, take this medication with food or milk.
Take this medication with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this drug.
Pain medications work best in preventing pain before it occurs.
Once the pain becomes intense, the medication is not as effective in relieving it.
Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed because this drug can be habit-forming.
Also, if used for a longer period of time, do not suddenly stop using this drug without your doctor's approval.
Over time, this drug may not work as well.
Consult your doctor if this medication is not relieving the pain sufficiently.
If your headache gets worse or if you should get a new headache within one day of starting this medication, call your doctor.

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include unusual drowsiness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, ringing in the ears, weakness, slow or shallow breathing, fast or irregular heartbeat, and loss of consciousness.