Esgic is an analgesic, barbiturate, and stimulant combination
used to treat tension headaches. Esgic Directions? Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your
doctor. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a tightly-closed
container, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS
MEDICINE and you are using it regularly, take it as soon as
possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed
dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2
doses at once. Esgic Side Effects? Side effects that may go away during treatment include
drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, or nausea. If they continue
or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Esgic Warnings? DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or take this medicine for
longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor. Exceeding
the recommended dose or taking this medicine for longer than
prescribed may be habit-forming. AVOID ALCOHOL while you are using
this medicine. This medicine will add to the effects of alcohol and
other depressants. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING
ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you react to this
medicine. Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with
alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other
potentially dangerous tasks. THIS MEDICINE CONTAINS ACETAMINOPHEN.
Do not take additional acetaminophen for pain or fever without
checking with your doctor or pharmacist. Ask your pharmacist if you
have questions about which medicines contain acetaminophen.
Acetaminophen may cause liver damage. If you drink alcohol on a
daily basis, do not take this medicine without first discussing it
with your doctor. Alcohol use combined with acetaminophen may
increase your risk for liver damage. Pain medications work best if
they are used as the first signs of pain (or first signs of
migraine) occur. If you wait until the pain has significantly
worsened, the pain medicine may not work as well. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter,
check with your doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN TAKING BIRTH CONTROL
PILLS: this medicine may decrease the effectiveness of your birth
control pills. To prevent pregnancy, use an additional form of birth
control while you are taking this medicine. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING
PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using
this medicine during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST
MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine. Esgic Drug Interactions? Do not take esgic if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor
(MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or
tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. Dangerous side
effects could result. Acetaminophen and butalbital may increase the
effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including
antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat
insomnia), other pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle
relaxants. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking,
and do not take any medicine unless your doctor approves. Many other
medicines contain acetaminophen, especially over-the-counter pain,
fever, cold, and allergy medications. Too much acetaminophen can be
very dangerous. Esgic Missed Dose? Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Do not take a
double dose of this medication. Wait the prescribed amount of time
before taking your next dose. Esgic Storage? Store it at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
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