The following information is NOT intended to endorse drugs or recommend therapy. While these reviews might be helpful, they are not a substitute for the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgement of healthcare practitioners in patient care.
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I've had headaches since early childood and I swear I tried everything; OTC medicines, chiropractic, acupuncture, yoga, different diets, physical therapy, ultrasound. Finally after seeing a million doctors, including two neurologists and a pain specialist, I moved to a new state and started seeing a Physician's Assistant, who prescribed me Fioricet. What a diffrence in my life. My headaches go away within an hour or so now, instead of just "waiting it out" for 3 to 6 days. I would tell anyone with TMJ and/or tension headaches to try this. It works best if you take it as soon as you feel a headache coming on. I too tried to use it as a last resort, but I have learned that it's not worth the suffering.
61 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I've learned to 'live' with headaches; often lasting up to four days or more. I was prescribed Fioricet about two years ago and I find it to be a relief not to have to 'live' with a headache for days anymore. I'm careful about using it and often as a last resort after trying Advil and the like. Therefore I don't find it habit forming for me. It is an absolute relief drug.
45 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I suffer from TMJ syndrome and sinusitis. I have recurring headaches. I have taken this drug on/off for 12 years. I am allergic to a lot of meds, so it's been well-suited for me. I do know it is habit forming, as if I have to take it for several days, I do have some withdrawl symptoms.
36 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I have been a suffering from migraine headaches for 20 years. I've tried EVERYTHING. My experience has shown if you take 2 tablets of Fioricet at the onset of one, you will do yourself a huge favor. It works. It may not eliminate your migraine but it will make it tolerable and less severe. Like others above, you have to be careful about how much you do take. I've found if I had a bad headache and have taken several pills, I have to then ween myself off of it by taking one pill every 4 hours over the next day or so to prevent a rebound headache. If you take many of these to relieve a headache, I recommend taking a few when your headache is gone to prevent a rebound. I make sure I carry my Fioricet with me at all times.
35 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I used Fioricet for years to not only treat my headaches, but to help with tense aches and pains in my shoulders. It was the only thing that worked and allowed me to continue with my daily routine. I did notice that after taking it for such a long time I experienced some of the withdrawls. I would reccomend taking it but follow how your doctor says to take your dosages even if you think you are starting to have a "headache" it might just be a rebound reaction.
34 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I have been taking Fioricet as needed for about 15 years. I love it. If Fioricet doesn't help, nothing does. I do not find it to be habit forming at all. I do find that if i take it for too many days in a row it is not as effective and then I suffer from rebound headaches.
29 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: this medication has been used as an as needed pain reliever. This is the only medication that works for my type of headaches.
This has been a wonder drug in my treatment with head pain.
Thank you Dr. Z
28 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: Have been using this drug for about 16 years now. No other migraine medicine compares to it. Have recommended it to several other migraine sufferers. In turn they have called their doctors and now they are on it. They have had the same luck I have.
26 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: Very effective medication for tension headache or migraine. Minimal side effects, i.e. drowsiness, etc.
25 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I get probably 4 or 5 migraines a month. I couldn't bear to be without my fioricet. It's the only medicine that seems to work for me. If I feel a headache starting, I take 2 tabs and within 20-30 mins, the headache is gone. In addition to being a mother of 4 girls, I have run my family day care for 17 years and I just wouldn't be able to function without my fioricet. I have tried several other mediciness before fioricet, and nothing seemed to help so I am very thankful for fioricet. It works great for me. I've tried to avoid things that set off my headaches, like not eating before 2 pm, or my pillows not being right when sleeping, brightness, sounds, smells and stress. But some can't be avoided. Thank you.
24 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I have been suffering from strong tension headaches since the birth of my second son. Fioricet has been wonderful. Fioricet has taken the pain away quickly and has allowed me to be a more pleasant parent to my children and a nicer co-worker.
22 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I have terrible headaches due to sinus problems and I have found that this medicine is a blessing and I take it when needed.
21 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: It is the only medicine that I have found to work on my headaches and believe me I have tried so many different ones over the years.
21 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I have brain tumors and Fioricet works wonders. It makes the pain go away in about an hour. I couldn't live without this wonder drug.
21 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: it made the pain go away but i then had to deal with the side effects that either came with the headache or from the meds but at least the pain was gone
20 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I was not one prone to headaches until recently. They started at the base of my neck and continued upward until I didn't want to move a muscle. Oddly enough, these were prescribed by my dentist due to an upcoming root canal I was getting ready for. I took one the next time I had a headache and within 30 minutes it was completely gone. I was amazed.
20 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I have had almost daily headaches since I was 15. I am now 43. I would not have believed such a simple medication would have worked so well.
20 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I have tried just about every option available and this medication has been the only one to truly relieve my headache AND allow me to feel "normal" so that I am able to function.
19 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: Fioricet was the only thing that would reduce my pain effectively, but can not take on an empty stomach!
18 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Esgic-Plus (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: I think Esgic-Plus is a life saver. I get bad headaches, and thanks to this pill, it is gone in minutes.
13 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: This is a wonderful drug. It takes the pain away within a few minutes and even if the migraine doesn't go away altogether, the pain isn't as bad as it would be or could be, without some form of medication. Believe me I've tried them all. I am now on Topamax 50mg twice a day, Fioricet and Midrin.
13 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Fioricet (acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine) for Headache: This is the only medicine I've ever found to actually work on my tension headaches. I have used it about 2 - 3 times a year for a few to several days in a row to knock out my headaches. This is my 'last resort' medication and for great reason - it works. As someone else posted, if this doesn't work, nothing is going to work. I'm so thankful for this medication.
12 users found this comment helpful.
Did you?YesNo
Roughly 2.5 percent of admitted hospital patients may receive more than the safe daily cumulative dose of the pain-reliever acetaminophen, best known as...
Botox is considered a preventive medication for debilitating migraine headaches, but a new review finds that it may only help people with chronic migraines or...
Taking slightly too much of the pain reliever acetaminophen (best known by the brand name Tylenol) over time can lead to an overdose that can cause liver...
