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 Generic Name  Butalbital and Acetaminophen (paracetamol) 
 Trade Name  Fioricet 
 Manufacturer   
 Risk Category    
C
  • Studies on animals show adverse effect and toxicity on fetus.
  • No adequate and well controlled studies done on pregnant women.
  • Drugs should be given only if the potential benefit outweighs the potential risk to the fetus.


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 Indication  

  • Analgesic and antipyretic for treatment of headache.
 Fetal Risk  

  • Crosses the placenta.
  • Inadequate human or animal studies.
  • Suggested increase in fetal abnormalities and brain tumors if used prenatally.
  • Use late in third trimester is associated with increased risk of respiratory depression.
 Breast Feeding  

  • Excreted in human breast milk.
  • May cause CNS depression in nursing infants.
 Other Trade Names  
 


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Last complete update: 10/05/2006