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.
NOTE: The above
information is intended to supplement, not
substitute for, the expertise and judgment
of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare
professional. It should not be construed to
indicate that the use of the product is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult
your healthcare professional before taking
the product.
