Drug InformationPharmacy FAQWhat is online pharmacy?Since about the year 2000, hundreds of pharmacies have begun operating over the internet. What does the term "generic" mean? Do generic medications produce the same effect as the brand name medicines do?The difference between a brand name medicine and a generic one is in the name, shape and in the price. A generic drug is usually called ... more >> Why are generic medicines so cheap?Generics are much cheaper than brand-name drugs because generic companies do not have overhead cost such as research and marketing. Most generic drugs are manufactured off-shore and sold online. Since manufacturers... more >> Are generic drugs as reliable as brand name pills?Generic drugs are tested under the same standards as brand-name drugs. Each generic drug is laboratory tested so that the same amount is absorbed into the body as with brand-name drugs. Generic pills do not look like the brand name medication. The pills have a different name printed on them. Why?As we have already mentioned that no manufacturer can take out a patent for a chemical agent. Thus generics can have the exactly same act... more >> Are generic drugs patented?No, but having a patent does not make it any more reliable. ... more >> |
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Possible side effects of EsgicConsumer Information (PDR)Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Fioricet.
Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking acetaminophen/butalbital/caffeine and seek emergency medical attention:
These side effects are very rare and are not likely to occur during proper treatment with acetaminophen and caffeine. If you experience any unusual reactions, stop taking this medicine and seek the advice of your doctor. Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take acetaminophen/butalbital/caffeine and talk to your doctor if you experience
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur, especially if several of them occur together: Rare Bleeding or crusting sores on lips; chest pain; fever with or without chills; hive-like swellings (large) on eyelids, face, lips, and/or tongue; muscle cramps or pain; red, thickened, or scaly skin; shortness of breath, troubled breathing, tightness in chest, or wheezing; skin rash, itching, or hives; sores, ulcers, or white spots in mouth (painful); sore throat Symptoms of overdose Anxiety, confusion, excitement, irritability, nervousness, restlessness, or trouble in sleeping (severe, especially with products containing caffeine); convulsions (seizures) (for products containing caffeine); diarrhea, especially if occurring together with increased sweating, loss of appetite, and stomach cramps or pain; dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, or weakness, (severe); frequent urination (for products containing caffeine); hallucinations (seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there); increased sensitivity to touch or pain (for products containing caffeine); muscle trembling or twitching (for products containing caffeine); nausea or vomiting, sometimes with blood; ringing or other sounds in ears (for products containing caffeine); seeing flashes of ``zig-zag'' lights (for products containing caffeine); shortness of breath or unusually slow or troubled breathing; slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat; slurred speech; staggering; swelling, pain, or tenderness in the upper abdomen or stomach area; unusual movements of the eyes Also, check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur: Less common Confusion (mild); mental depression; unusual excitement (mild) Rare Bloody or black, tarry stools; bloody urine; pinpoint red spots on skin; swollen or painful glands; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual tiredness or weakness (mild) Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome: More common Bloated or ``gassy'' feeling; dizziness or lightheadedness (mild); drowsiness (mild); nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain (occurring without other symptoms of overdose) Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor. sourcess: Consumer Information (PDR) Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex) Consumer Information (Cerner Multum) |
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