Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

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 6

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 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

might i take fioricet and vistaril (hydroxyzine) together?

Accepted Answer

Why ?: If there is a pain problem , what is the cause of the pain and treat the cause so that it will go away. 
Pain medication blocks symptoms and too much can cause more problems 

you need another opinion as to what is the cause of your problems and getting them resolved.

Question 9

i took 7 .5 mg of xanax, 10 fioricets plus a bottle of wine?

Accepted Answer

Go to hospital.: That’s way too much of everything.  You need to be under medical supervision in an emergency department.  And call someone you know to be with you.

Question 10

can i take 5mg of ambien (zolpidem) and fioricet (without codeine) together?

Accepted Answer

Risky combination: Fioricet is a barbiturate, and large doses can interfere with breathing.  Ambien (zolpidem) plus Fioricet causes marked drowsiness. Putting all together, you could sleep so soundly that there could be risk of aspiration, but if you have any sleep apnea, respiratory drive might be substantially suppressed.  Discuss this with your doctor.

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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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

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Might i take fioricet and vistaril (hydroxyzine) together?

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I took 7 .5 mg of xanax, 10 fioricets plus a bottle of wine?

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Can i take 5mg of ambien (zolpidem) and fioricet (without codeine) together?

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