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Fiorinal For Headaches
Pronounced: (AS-pir-in/KAF-een/byou-TAL-bih-tall)
Uses
This combination medication is used to treat tension headaches. Aspirin helps to decrease the pain from the headache. Caffeine helps increase the effects of aspirin. Butalbital is a sedative that helps to decrease anxiety and cause sleepiness and relaxation.
How To Use
Take this medication by mouth, usually every 4 hours as needed or as directed by your doctor. Do not take more than...
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