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Fiorinal W/codeine #3 is a pain reliever and sedative combination used to relieve mild to moderate pain and tension headache.
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Butalbital Compound W/codeine, Fiortal W/codeine #3, Ascomp W/codeine
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fiorinal W/codeine #3
Butalbital Compound W/codeine, Fiortal W/codeine #3, Ascomp W/codeine
Uses
Fiorinal W/codeine #3 is a pain reliever and sedative combination used to relieve mild to moderate pain and tension headache.
Storage
- Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
- Discard if you detect a strong vinegar odor.
- This means the aspirin in the product has broken down.
Overdose
- 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.
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Fiorinal with codeine 30mg | |
FIORINAL W CODEINE |
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fiorinal no prescription needed, |
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To Use - To prevent upset stomach, take Fiorinal W/codeine #3 with food or milk.
- Take Fiorinal W/codeine #3 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 Fiorinal W/codeine #3.
- 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 Fiorinal W/codeine #3 exactly as prescribed.
- Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed because Fiorinal W/codeine #3 can be habit-forming.
- Also, if used for a longer period of time, do not suddenly stop using Fiorinal W/codeine #3 without your doctor s approval.
- Over time, Fiorinal W/codeine #3 may not work as well.
- Consult your doctor if Fiorinal W/codeine #3 is not relieving the pain sufficiently.
- If your headache gets worse or if you should get a new headache within one day of starting Fiorinal W/codeine #3, call your doctor.
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 worsen, inform your doctor promptly.
- Notify your doctor if you develop: rapid or irregular heartbeat, ringing in the ears, stomach pain, black stools, anxiety, tremors, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, diarrhea or constipation.
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Fiorinal W/codeine #3, seek immediate medical attention.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: kidney or liver disease, asthma, nasal polyps, diabetes, stomach ulcers, bleeding disorders, depression, any allergies - especially aspirin/NSAID allergy (e.g., ibuprofen, celecoxib).
- Fiorinal W/codeine #3 contains aspirin.
- Children and teenagers should not take aspirin if they have chickenpox, influenza or any undiagnosed illness without first consulting a doctor about Reye s syndrome, a rare but serious illness.
- Elderly persons are usually more sensitive to the effects of Fiorinal W/codeine #3.
- Use cautiously.
- Use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or operating machinery.
- Limit alcohol intake.
- Fiorinal W/codeine #3 may cause stomach bleeding.
- Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with Fiorinal W/codeine #3, may increase your risk for stomach bleeding.
- Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
- Aspirin is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
- Consult your doctor before using Fiorinal W/codeine #3.
- Fiorinal W/codeine #3 is excreted into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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.
Drug
Interactions - Fiorinal W/codeine #3 can interact with many drugs.
- Before you take it, tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription drugs you may use, including: blood thinners (e.g., warfarin, heparin, ticlopidine), NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen), steroids (e.g., prednisone-like drugs), anti-seizure medication, heart medications, certain diabetes drugs (e.g., glyburide, metformin), drugs to treat gout, glaucoma drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, medication for depression, narcotic and non-narcotic pain medication, cimetidine.
- Also tell your doctor if you take: methotrexate, estrogens, beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol, propranolol).
- Aspirin is an ingredient in many over-the-counter products.
- To prevent an overdose of aspirin, read the labels carefully before taking other pain relievers or cold products to be sure they do not contain aspirin.
- Consult your pharmacist if you are uncertain your over-the-counter products contain aspirin.
- Fiorinal W/codeine #3 contains caffeine.
- Avoid drinking large amounts of caffeinated beverages while taking Fiorinal W/codeine #3 as excessive nervousness and irritability can occur.
- Fiorinal W/codeine #3 may interfere with the effectiveness of birth control pills.
- Discuss using other methods of birth control with your doctor.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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