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GENERIC NAME: NARCOTIC ANALGESIC/APAP/CAFFEINE/BUTALBITAL - ORAL

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This combination medication contains a narcotic pain reliever, acetaminophen (a non-aspirin pain reliever), caffeine and butalbital. Caffeine is used to enhance pain relief, especially in certain types of headaches. Butalbital provides a calming effect. This combination medication is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.

HOW TO USE: Take this by mouth with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Take this medication exactly as prescribed. Do not increase the dose, take it more often than directed or continue taking this for longer than prescribed. This medication contains acetaminophen. Do not take more acetaminophen than recommended (see Side Effects section).

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