thomas, -:¦:-•:*'""*:•.-:¦:-•*Welcome to MyMigraineConnection!*•-:¦:-•:*'""*:•.-:¦:-   I'm really not sure what information to give you that Nancy didn't give in her reply to this question.   No, it's not a narcotic/opioid. Fioricet contains acetaminophen (like Tylenol), butalbital (a barbiturate), and caffeine. As Nancy said, barbiturates are meant to induce relaxation. They are not meant to be mood altering medications. If you follow the link she posted, you can read more about barbiturates.   If you still have questions after you read the information at the link Nancy posted, please feel free to ask them.   Welcome again, Teri