Promacet - Butalbital W/acetaminophen - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Promacet.
• Phrenilin
• byou-TAL-bih-tall WITH uh-seet-uh-MEE-no-fen

Other Medicinal Applications

• This medication may also be used to treat pain when a calming effect is also needed.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include vomiting, extreme drowsiness, lack of feeling alert, slow or shallow breathing, cold or clammy skin, loss of consciousness, severe nausea, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach pain, extreme fatigue.

Read Before Using Promacet (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Usage Instructions

• To prevent upset stomach, take this medication with food or milk.
• Sustained-release preparations must be swallowed whole.
• Do not crush or chew them as this will destroy the long action and may increase side effects.
• Pain medications work best in preventing pain before it occurs.
• Once the pain becomes intense, the medication is not as effective in relieving it.
• This medication contains acetaminophen.
• Do not take more acetaminophen than recommended (see Side Effects section).
• Take this as prescribed.
• Do not increase your dose or take it more frequently without your doctor's approval.

Promacet Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is a pain reliever and sedative.
• It is used to relieve tension headaches.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• 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.

Possible Side Effects

• 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 become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• If you do not have liver problems, the adult maximum dose of acetaminophen is 4 grams per day (4000 milligrams).
• If you take more than the maximum daily amount, it may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease.
• Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms of liver damage.

Promacet Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this product with others.