Butal Compound Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information
Main ingredients in Butal compound are BUTALBITAL + ASPIRIN + CAFFEINE.
Butal compound, is a nonnarcotic analgesic (pain killer) and relaxant.
Butal compound is prescribed for the relief of migraine and other tension headache symptoms
that do not respond to regular over-the-counter (OTC) analgesics. Butal
compound combines a sedative barbiturate (butalbital) with aspirin and
caffeine.
Butal Compound Side Effects
Common side effects of Butal Compound may include lightheadedness,
dizziness, drowsiness, stomach ulcer or bleeding, nausea, and sleeping
disturbances in the beginning. Usually these symptoms go away with use.
However, if these symptoms persist or become bothersome, inform your
physician. Rare side effects of Butal Compound include fatigue, agitation,
disorientation, euphoria, constipation, insomnia, rash, diarrhea, itching,
swelling, severe dizziness, and trouble breathing.
BUTAL COMPOUND CAUTION
Butalbital in Butal compound may cause mental and physical dependence
if taken over long periods of time.
If you are allergic or sensitive to Aspirin, ask your doctor if Butal
compound is right for you as it contains acetaminophen (paracetamol)
instead of Aspirin.
Use extreme caution if you have asthma, other respiratory problems or
liver disease.
BUTAL COMPOUND WARNING
Butal compound may cause you to become drowsy. Do not drive or operate
dangerous machinery until you know how Butal compound affects you.
If you are being treated for severe depression or drug abuse inform
your physician before using Butal compound.
Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems before
using Butal compound .
BUTAL COMPOUND INTERACTION
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Butal compound as butalbital slows
the central nervous system (CNS) and intensifies the effects of alcohol
causing overdose symptoms.
Check with your physician before combining
Butal compound with the following:
Antihistamines such as Benadryl
Antidepressants
Drugs known as
monoamine oxidase inhibitors
Major tranquilizers such as
Valium
Muscle relaxants
Narcotic pain relievers
Sleep aids
Herbs such as catnip, hops and Kava.
BUTAL COMPOUND AND PREGNANCY
If you are or planning to become pregnant, inform your physician right
away.
Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Butal
compound.
BUTAL COMPOUND DOSES
ADULTS
The usual dose of Butal compound is 1 or 2 tablets taken
every 4 hours as needed. Not to exceed 6 tablets per day.
CHILDREN
Butal compound is not recommended for children under
16.
BUTAL COMPOUND OVERDOSE
Symptoms of Butal compound overdose may include coma, confusion,
drowsiness, low blood pressure, shock, slow or troubled breathing, stomach
ulcer or bleeding, excess perspiration, feeling of bodily discomfort,
nausea, and vomiting.
If you suspect Butal compound overdose, seek medical attention
right away.
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