Question 1

are there effective alternative therapies for fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine) addiction?

Accepted Answer

NO: Fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine) dependence is dangerous.  A rapid detox may result in seizures.  Substitution with a long acting barbiturate like Phenobarbital is best with a stepwise reduction.

Question 2

what is the treatment for fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine) addiction?

Accepted Answer

Suboxone: You need to get under the care of an addiction specialist.  Often Suboxone is used.  In any case you need to start a 12 step program or another support type program to help you stay sober and address the root cause of your addiction.

Question 3

is safe to take fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine) just as need it?, or should be part of a treatment? i am really afraid of addictions

Accepted Answer

Yes: Take as prescribed and don't stay on it long (less than 6 months) and you should be fine.

Question 4

what are the symptoms of fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine) addiction?

Accepted Answer

Like barbiturates: Fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine) has butalbital, - an old sedative, which is very addictive. You are addicted if you need to take more and more to achieve the same result and if you have withdrawals from not taking the next dose. I treat this addiction by prescribing 3 generics instead of Fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine) and then first substituting components and them weaning slowly from each component.

Question 5

can you tell me how to ease addiction to fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine) (the generic is butalbital) please help?

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Addiction Medicine: I would suggest working with an addiction medicine physician on this.  As you know, Fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine) has a barbiturate in it.  You might also consider finding a regular narcotics anonymous meeting to attend for  additional support:  http://www.Na.Org/  best wishes.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine) addiction?

Accepted Answer

Fioricet addiction: Fioricet is an an analgesic that is used to  treat headaches. Fioricet addiction is a compulsive physical or psychological need for this  medication.

Question 7

how can i find a medical doctor to assist my wife in getting off of fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine)?  our rural area does not have addiction services

Accepted Answer

See below: Contact the american society of addiction medicine to see who they have near you.  Be careful, not all addiction specialists are experienced in sedative issues.

Question 8

are there effective alternative therapies for paget's disease of the bone?

Accepted Answer

None known: Paget's is accelerated and unregulated bone remodeling...Osteoclasts. Osteoblasts and osteocytes are involved. Bone metabolism is very complicated

Question 9

are there effective alternative therapies for child with low thyroid?

Accepted Answer

No: No effective alternative treatment is available other than replacing the deficient thyroid hormone.

Question 10

are there effective alternative therapies for dental eruptions?

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Avoiding dentures: This is an excellent question, and there are ways to prevent a need for dentures. But you have to start early with regular dental check-ups and some kind of Fluoride treatment in childhood. As you get older, take care of your gums with dental floss, toothpicks, or water-pik-like devices. Get problems treated promptly and avoid foods that harm teeth (carbonated beverages, high sugar content foods).

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