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I was prescribed butalb-acetamin-caff for headaches. after taking them for a few days, i feel lightheaded, out of it and like kind off buzzed off alcohol. what should i do?
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Side effect: If it is perceived as an emergency situation, you should immediately go to an er or call 911. If a medication prescribed appear to be the clear or only cause of worrysome symptoms, you should not feel obligated to continue it before consulting a dr.
Answered 12/10/2013
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Possible side effect: Butalbital produces sedation and has a side effect of feeling lightheaded as well.
Answered 9/12/2013
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