Fiorinal 1665577 207511862 2008-04-23T02:18:09Z Davidruben 101637 typo ''See also: [[Fioricet]], a preparation using [[paracetamol]] (acetaminophen) instead of [[aspirin]].'' [[Image:Fiorinal.jpg|thumb|right]] '''Fiorinal''' is a combination [[analgesic]] [[medication]] consisting of [[aspirin]], the [[barbiturate]] [[butalbital]] and [[caffeine]]. Some formulations also contain the [[opioid]] [[codeine]]. It is indicated for the treatment of [[tension headaches]] and is often used off-label (without [[FDA]]-approval) to treat [[migraines]]. The mechanism of action is not well understood. Since butalbital is habit-forming, using fiorinal daily can lead to dependency. Fiorinal #3 contains: 30 mg codeine, 50 mg butalbital, 40 mg caffeine, and 325 mg aspirin. Other brand names include Fiormor, Fiortal, Fortabs, and Laniroif. == External links == * [http://www.drugs.com/fiorinal.html Fiorinal] - drugs.com * [http://www.headaches.org/consumer/topicsheets/fiorinal_fioricet.html Fiorinal & Fioricet] - National Headache Foundation * [http://www.migraines.org/treatment/profiori.htm Fiorinal] - migraines.org [[Category:Analgesics]] {{pharma-stub}}